Company Description VC Nutri Foods Private Limited is a premium confectionery manufacturing company under the brand name “4KIDS”. The company is based in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh and began operating in January 2020. With a large scale manufacturing facility and a commitment to innovative product development, "4KIDS" brings affordable Jellies, Layer cakes, Wafer sticks, Molded chocolates, Blister packs, Lollypops, Candy's, and Ready to Serve Drinks to global consumers. The company is led by directors Mr. Vamsi Krishna Vetcha and Mr. Krishna Chaitanya Vetcha with backgrounds in engineering and commerce, respectively. Job Title: Cost Accountant Department: Finance & Accounts Location: APIIC State Food Park (between Hanuman Junction to Nuziveedu, Krishna District, AP) Reporting To: CEO / Finance Manager Job Summary: The Cost Accountant will be responsible for managing and analysing all cost-related aspects of the manufacturing and distribution processes within the confectionery business. The role focuses on accurate product costing, pricing analysis, variance reporting, margin improvement, and profitability enhancement. This position will collaborate closely with production, procurement, and sales departments to ensure optimal cost control and decision-making support. Key Responsibilities: Product Costing: Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for all confectionery SKUs, including raw materials, labour, overheads, and packaging and also update as per actual costs. Analyse bill of materials (BOM) and routing to ensure cost accuracy and integrity. Conduct regular cost roll-ups and updates reflecting production changes, supplier pricing, and efficiency improvements. Pricing Analysis: Support the commercial and sales teams in pricing decisions by providing detailed cost and margin analysis. Prepare cost-to-serve models for various customer segments and distribution channels. Evaluate the impact of price changes on margins and profitability. Profitability Improvement: Perform product and customer profitability analysis to identify low-margin items and opportunities for improvement. Provide recommendations for cost reduction and margin enhancement through process improvement, sourcing, and production optimization. Track and report on cost-saving initiatives and ROI of cost-related projects. Variance Analysis & Reporting: Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances including purchase price variance (PPV), labor variance, and overhead absorption. Investigate and explain monthly cost variances against budget and forecast. Collaborate with operations to understand and resolve cost inefficiencies. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in preparation of annual budgets, cost forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Provide input into production and supply chain planning from a cost perspective. Inventory Control: Monitor inventory valuation and ensure correct costing of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Support cycle counting and inventory audit activities to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal policies, and cost accounting principles. Participate in the development of internal controls and standard operating procedures related to costing. Required Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance along with Cost Accounting certification (ICWA and/or CMA). 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food or confectionery industry. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing processes. Preferred Competencies: Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement projects. Understanding of pricing strategy in a competitive FMCG environment. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders. Interested candidate may please share/submit their resumes to the given mobile number / email ID. hr@vcnutrifoods.com, Mobile : 7075704976 Show more Show less

We're Hiring: Cost Accountant (Manufacturing – Confectionery Sector) Location : APIIC State Food Park (Hanuman Junction to Nuziveedu, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh) Department : Finance & Accounts Reports to : CEO / Finance Manager Are you a detail-driven finance professional with experience in manufacturing cost control and margin analysis ? Join VC Nutri Foods , one of India’s fastest-growing confectionery brands, exporting globally and building a strong B2B presence. Key Responsibilities Develop and update standard product costing for raw materials, labour, packaging, and overheads. Analyse BOM and process routings for cost accuracy. Support pricing decisions with detailed cost/margin analysis and customer profitability insights. Perform variance analysis (PPV, labour, overhead) and drive cost-saving initiatives. Assist with budgeting, forecasting , and production cost planning. Ensure accurate inventory valuation , cost audits, and compliance with internal controls. What We’re Looking For Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting + CMA/ICWA (preferred) 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing (FMCG/Food sector a plus) Proficiency in ERP tools & advanced Excel Strong grasp of standard costing, variance analysis , and cross-functional communication Bonus If You Have: Exposure to lean manufacturing / continuous improvement Understanding of pricing strategy in B2B or FMCG segments A proactive mindset to identify cost inefficiencies and resolve them with operations Interested? Please share your resume via: hr@vcnutrifoods.com 7075704976 Let’s build smarter, scalable finance operations together. Show more Show less

We're Hiring: Cost Accountant (Manufacturing – Confectionery Sector) Location: APIIC State Food Park (Hanuman Junction to Nuziveedu, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh) Department: Finance & Accounts Reports to: CEO / Finance Manager Are you a detail-driven finance professional with experience in manufacturing cost control and margin analysis? Join VC Nutri Foods, one of India’s fastest-growing confectionery brands, exporting globally and building a strong B2B presence. Key Responsibilities Develop and update standard product costing for raw materials, labour, packaging, and overheads. Analyse BOM and process routings for cost accuracy. Support pricing decisions with detailed cost/margin analysis and customer profitability insights. Perform variance analysis (PPV, labour, overhead) and drive cost-saving initiatives. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and production cost planning. Ensure accurate inventory valuation, cost audits, and compliance with internal controls.  What We’re Looking For Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting + CMA/ICWA (preferred) 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing (FMCG/Food sector a plus) Proficiency in ERP tools & advanced Excel Strong grasp of standard costing, variance analysis, and cross-functional communication Bonus If You Have:Exposure to lean manufacturing / continuous improvement Understanding of pricing strategy in B2B or FMCG segments A proactive mindset to identify cost inefficiencies and resolve them with operations Interested? Please share your resume via: hr@vcnutrifoods.com 7075704976 Let’s build smarter, scalable finance operations together.

We're Hiring: Cost Accountant (Manufacturing – Confectionery Sector) Location : APIIC State Food Park (Hanuman Junction to Nuziveedu, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh) Department : Finance & Accounts Reports to : CEO / Finance Manager Job Summary: The Cost Accountant will be responsible for managing and analysing all cost-related aspects of the manufacturing and distribution processes within the confectionery business. The role focuses on accurate product costing, pricing analysis, variance reporting, margin improvement, and profitability enhancement. This position will collaborate closely with production, procurement, and sales departments to ensure optimal cost control and decision-making support. Key Responsibilities: Product Costing: Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for all confectionery SKUs, including raw materials, labour, overheads, and packaging and also update as per actual costs. Analyse bill of materials (BOM) and routing to ensure cost accuracy and integrity. Conduct regular cost roll-ups and updates reflecting production changes, supplier pricing, and efficiency improvements. Pricing Analysis: Support the commercial and sales teams in pricing decisions by providing detailed cost and margin analysis. Prepare cost-to-serve models for various customer segments and distribution channels. Evaluate the impact of price changes on margins and profitability. Profitability Improvement: Perform product and customer profitability analysis to identify low-margin items and opportunities for improvement. Provide recommendations for cost reduction and margin enhancement through process improvement, sourcing, and production optimization. Track and report on cost-saving initiatives and ROI of cost-related projects. Variance Analysis & Reporting: Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances including purchase price variance (PPV), labor variance, and overhead absorption. Investigate and explain monthly cost variances against budget and forecast. Collaborate with operations to understand and resolve cost inefficiencies. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in preparation of annual budgets, cost forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Provide input into production and supply chain planning from a cost perspective. Inventory Control: Monitor inventory valuation and ensure correct costing of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Support cycle counting and inventory audit activities to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal policies, and cost accounting principles. Participate in the development of internal controls and standard operating procedures related to costing. Required Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance along with Cost Accounting certification (ICWA and/or CMA). 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the confectionery or food industry. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel/ Google Sheets. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing processes. Preferred Competencies: Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement projects. Understanding of pricing strategy in a competitive FMCG environment. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders. Must be proficient in English, Telugu and Hindi. Interested candidate may please share/submit their resumes to the given mobile number / email ID. Bonus If You Have: Exposure to lean manufacturing / continuous improvement Understanding of pricing strategy in B2B or FMCG segments A proactive mindset to identify cost inefficiencies and resolve them with operations. Interested? Please share your resume via: hr@vcnutrifoods.com 7075704976 Let’s build smarter, scalable finance operations together.