Cost & Inventory Analyst

Compensation

$65,000–$90,000 (based on experience)

The Cost Accounting & Inventory Analyst plays a critical role in supporting accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and operational visibility within a manufacturing environment. This position partners closely with operations, supply chain, and finance to ensure strong cost controls, reliable inventory reporting, and actionable insights that support performance and profitability.

Cost Accounting

• Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Support cost roll-ups, cost updates, and periodic standard cost reviews.
• Analyze cost trends and identify drivers affecting product margins.
• Ensure cost structures align with actual production processes and financial policies.

Inventory Accounting & Control

• Perform inventory reconciliations, review discrepancies, and resolve root causes.
• Support cycle counts and annual physical inventory activities.
• Review and monitor inventory valuation under standard costing principles.
• Partner with operations to improve accuracy of BOMs, routings, and item master records.

Variance Analysis & Reporting

• Conduct detailed material, labor, and overhead variance analysis.
• Prepare recurring cost and inventory reports for management.
• Identify unusual trends and provide data-driven recommendations for improvement.

Operational & ERP Support

• Work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and supply chain to validate inventory movements and cost accuracy.
• Utilize ERP tools (Infor Syte Line preferred; SAP, Oracle, or similar acceptable) to maintain accurate costing and inventory data.
• Support system improvements and process enhancements related to costing and inventory workflows.

Month-End & Financial Support

• Prepare inventory-related journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with financial close processes and contribute to ad hoc analysis supporting business decisions.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in cost accounting, inventory control, or manufacturing finance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, modeling, analysis).
• ERP experience required — Infor Syte Line preferred; SAP, Oracle, or similar systems acceptable.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and influence decisions.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communicator who can partner with operations and finance teams.
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support

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