Senior Costing & FP&Analyst

Zotefoams plc is a world leader in cellular material technology, with facilities in Croydon, UK; Kentucky and Oklahoma, USA; Brzeg, Poland; and Jiangsu Province, China (T-FIT).

We produce lightweight foams for a wide range of markets including sports and leisure, aviation, automotive, and healthcare. Zotefoams also owns and licenses patented technology and supplies advanced insulation systems.

The Company is on a strong growth trajectory, with significant revenue and profitability increases in recent years and ambitious plans for the future.

About the Role

The Senior Costing & FP&A Analyst plays a key role in supporting manufacturing finance at Zotefoams Vietnam. This position is responsible for driving both costing and FP&A activities , ensuring accurate cost control, meaningful financial analysis, and timely management reporting. The role is critical in supporting production ramp‑up, operational decision‑making, and financial visibility within a growing manufacturing environment.

Role Responsibilities

Costing & Manufacturing Finance Support

• Support the setup and maintenance of costing structures, including BOM, routing, and standard costing.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to ensure accuracy of production and costing data.
• Ensure costing readiness during production ramp‑up phases.
• Maintain accuracy of BOM, routing, and production data in the ERP system.
• Perform monthly production variance analysis, including material, labour, and overhead variances.
• Analyse cost drivers and provide recommendations for cost optimisation initiatives.
• Support product costing, margin analysis, and pricing‑related decisions.

FP&A & Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly management reports, including P&L analysis, variance analysis, and performance insights.
• Provide financial commentary to support operational and cost‑related decision‑making.
• Support financial visibility during production ramp‑up stages.
• Support Group reporting requirements and ensure timely submission in line with group timelines.

Inventory & COGS Control

• Support inventory reconciliation and physical stock counts.
• Monitor slow‑moving and obsolete inventory.
• Ensure accuracy of COGS calculations and related accounting entries.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation in line with accounting standards.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the annual budgeting process.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and rolling forecasts in collaboration with stakeholders.

Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support cost efficiency initiatives and operational performance improvement.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of costing methodologies and inventory valuation.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing cost structures and cost drivers.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and FP&A principles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and data accuracy.
• 5–8 years of experience in costing or FP&A, with strong manufacturing experience .
• Experience working with ERP systems such as D365, SAP, or Oracle is preferred.
• Strong analytical and financial analysis skills.
• Business‑oriented mindset with hands‑on, execution‑focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively across functions.
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

What were looking for?

• A proactive and detail‑oriented finance professional with strong ownership and accountability.
• Someone who is comfortable working in a manufacturing and ramp‑up environment.
• A strong analytical thinker who can translate data into meaningful business insights.
• A collaborative team player who builds effective relationships across operations and finance.
• An individual who demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and sound judgement.

Why Join Us?

At Zotefoams, we believe in fostering a supportive and innovative environment where everybody can thrive. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our Values

• Courage - The courage to take bold action to ensure that we succeed in tackling our challenges and opportunities.
• Impact – Dedicated to making a significant and positive impact in everything we do.
• Respect - Cultivate a respectful and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and collaboration is encouraged.
• Zotefoams is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees