Operations Cost Analyst

Operations Cost Analyst

Operations Cost Analyst

Salary up to $110k

What's in it for you?

• Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
• PTO/vacation
• 401k

Operations Cost Analyst Details:

• Direct hire position
• $ 80,000.00 to $  / annually
• Salaried
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs including materials, labor, and overhead to ensure accuracy and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Maintain and update standard costing models; perform detailed variance analysis (actual vs. standard)
• Analyze inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) to support accurate financial reporting
• Support capital expenditure analysis, including tracking and validating project savings post-implementation
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reporting to drive data-informed decision making
• Assist in preparation and analysis of plant-level profit and loss (P&L) statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and support corporate financial reporting requirements
• Track and reconcile raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory; investigate discrepancies
• Oversee and participate in physical inventory counts and cycle counts
• Develop overhead spending budgets and forecasts; monitor actuals vs. budget
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and margins
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and financial procedures
• Support internal and external audits and identify financial risks with mitigation strategies
• Partner cross-functionally with plant leadership to drive accountability, improve processes, and enhance financial visibility
• Regularly walk the production floor to understand operations and support continuous improvement initiatives

Operations Cost Analyst

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and financial analysis
• Experience with ERP systems; exposure to Red Zone and Power BI is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard business applications
  
  Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts preferred
• Ability to work on-site in a plant environment and regularly engage with production operations

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.