Finance Cost Analyst

Overview

This Cost Analyst role supports manufacturing and financial operations through detailed daily and monthly accounting activities. The position focuses on manufacturing costs, product valuation, and accurate financial reporting, partnering closely with the Supply & Logistics team to analyze production processes, cost variances, and reporting outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the closing of financial books at month-end and year-end, ensuring accurate inventory valuation, accrual calculations, and variance analysis
• Coordinate periodic review and updates of product costs and inventory standard costs
• Analyze manufacturing cost variances and collaborate with business partners to identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure proper system transactions flow to accurately reflect production processes
• Develop and maintain cost of production forecasts and budgets
• Provide feedback and support to production planning and scheduling teams to optimize cost efficiency
• Ensure compliance with internal controls during period-end reporting, including reconciliation and certification of balance sheet accounts
• Review and analyze periodic expenses and provide financial insights to relevant departments
• Support product cost-related projects and initiatives to improve cost management and reporting
• Conduct peer reviews and cross-training within the finance team to promote knowledge sharing and team development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (required)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting and cost analysis
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification (preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in a related field (preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions of up to 4% of your pay
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support
• Wellness programs, fitness incentives, and health resources
• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a global organization

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment. Discrimination is prohibited based on race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs throughout the application and employment process.