Manager – Cost & Profitability

Vacancy details

General information

Reference

2026-1352  

Position description

Job title

Manager – Cost & Profitability

Function

Advisory - Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

In today’s dynamic environment, smart cost and profitability insights are essential for sustainable growth. At KPMG Belgium, our CFO Advisory team partners with CFOs and CEOs to go beyond traditional finance — helping them shape strategy, elevate performance, and create long‑term value.

We are looking for a Manager to join our Cost & Profitability Management team within CFO Advisory: someone who combines analytical strength with strong people skills, and who thrives in environments where collaboration and leadership matter. 

This is a role where your voice, your expertise, and your leadership will directly influence client success. Consulting experience is not a plus — it is an absolute must.

Your role & responsibilities:

In this Manager role, you will lead meaningful, high‑impact engagements that help clients improve cost efficiency, pricing strategies, and financial transparency. You will work in a diverse, multidisciplinary team where ideas are valued, and where you can shape the future of how organizations understand cost and profitability.

You will:

  • Lead cost & profitability management projects from analysis through implementation, ensuring teams feel supported and empowered.
  • Deliver tailored recommendations that help clients optimize cost structures, enhance product and customer profitability, and strengthen strategic decision‑making.
  • Apply proven best practices in cost modeling, allocation methodologies, and financial performance analysis.
  • Identify growth opportunities and play a key role in developing proposals and client presentations.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with client stakeholders and help expand KPMG’s presence in this space.
  • Act as a mentor and coach for junior colleagues, fostering their development and encouraging inclusive team dynamics.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, technology evolutions, and tools that impact finance and costing — including emerging AI capabilities.

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Location

Zaventem HQ

Skills & Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in financial management consulting — this consulting background is essential.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cost modeling, allocation methodologies, and profitability analysis.
  • Experience in finance transformation, process improvement, and change management.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
  • A high level of attention to detail and precision in financial reporting and modeling.
  • AI-ready leadership skills — confidently navigating AI topics and communicating them clearly to clients and colleagues.

We offer

  • An attractive remuneration package with a great number of extra-legal benefits (premium electric company car + charging card, net daily and monthly allowances, bonus, Apple/Android personal device and many other benefits tailored through our cafeteria plan).
  • Flexible work arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance (picking up kids from school, doctor’s appointment, working from home,…) and the possibility to work from anywhere 20 days per year.
  • Comprehensive insurance package including group insurance with full KPMG contributions, hospitalization insurance and optional outpatient options (dental & eye care, medical consultations and registered medication).
  • Career development opportunities combined with trainings based on your personal goals and aspirations.
  • An inclusive, international culture where personal growth, mutual trust and lifelong learning is fostered.
  • A buddy and performance manager to support and guide you throughout your career at KPMG.
  • Great team building activities and sport & wellbeing events (Brussels Marathon, Antwerp 10 Miles, 1000 kilometers for KOTK, river clean-ups, plant a tree and many more…) through our Together@KPMG & KPMG Foundation programs.

Contract type

Permanent

Full time/ Part time

Full-time

Position location

Job location

Europe, Belgium, Brussels Office - Zaventem HQ

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of experience required

6 to 10 years

Languages

  • Dutch (Very good knowledge)
  • French (Very good knowledge)
  • English (Very good knowledge)