Senior Cost Analyst

KFC Brasil

. Manage and analyze operating costs, identifying variances against the budget, historical data, and benchmark indicators.

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSão Paulo • BrazilSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost analysis and management, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking within foodservice operations. Proficient in developing analytical models and providing actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

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Cost AnalysisBudgetingForecastingAdvanced Excel SkillsERP Systems

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Hard Skills

Cost Variance AnalysisRoot-Cause IdentificationPerformance Indicator TrackingCost Control ModelsAnalytical Models

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical ProfileOrganizational SkillsInquisitive NatureAccountability

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsExcel

Industry Keywords

Food RetailQuick-Service RestaurantsFoodservice ChainsCost ComponentsOperational Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and analyze operating costs, identifying variances against the budget, historical data, and benchmark indicators.
Track key cost and profitability indicators, identifying opportunities for improvement and operational efficiency.
Perform cost variance analyses, investigate root causes, and develop recommendations to support decision-making.
Develop and enhance cost control models, reports, and tools, ensuring information consistency, reliability, and traceability.
Support the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts, including cost-related assumptions, projections, and sensitivity analyses.
Partner with Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, Accounting, and other relevant functions to ensure a clear understanding of postings and accurate interpretation of results.
Analyze the impact of purchase prices, input cost inflation, changes in product mix, sales volume, and other variables on costs and profitability.
Investigate inconsistencies between accounting, management reporting, and operational information, proposing adjustments and process improvements for cost measurement and control.
Monitor performance indicators by store, region, and other business-relevant dimensions, identifying variances and opportunities to improve margins.
Prepare executive analyses, presentations, and management reports to support performance discussions and strategic decisions.
Technically lead continuous improvement initiatives, control automation, and process standardization related to cost management.
Serve as the Cost subject-matter expert for the Financial Planning team, providing analytical depth, specialized knowledge, and recommendations to support the function’s development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
Solid experience in cost analysis and management within food retail, quick-service restaurants (QSR), restaurant groups, foodservice chains, or similar operations.
In-depth technical knowledge of the main cost components of a foodservice operation, including ingredients, raw materials, packaging, and other costs directly related to operations.
Experience with cost variance analysis, root-cause identification, forecasting, and performance indicator tracking.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, results analysis, and assessing the impact of costs on margins and profitability.
Advanced Excel skills, including building analytical models, combining data sources, and processing large volumes of data.
Experience with ERP systems and with extracting, reconciling, and analyzing financial and operational information.
Ability to turn data into critical insights, identify opportunities, and propose results-oriented solutions.
Analytical, organized, and inquisitive profile, with autonomy, accountability, and strong communication skills when working with financial and operational teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Transportation Allowance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Pharmacy Benefit
TotalPass fitness and wellness benefit
Profit-Sharing and Results-Based Bonus (PLR)
Parking
KFCuida: Health and wellness program for employees and their families, including psychological support, 24/7 medical consultations, nutrition services, legal and financial guidance, psychosocial support, and parental benefits.
Open English: Exclusive special conditions for employees.
iFood Benefits (meal and food allowances)
Work model: Hybrid