Senior Cost Analyst

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Position Summary:

The Senior Cost Analyst will be responsible for compiling, analyzing, and reporting on data related to manufacturing costs, inventory, and cost of goods sold (COGS). This role plays a key part in supporting financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and strategic decision‑making through cost analysis, inventory management, and cross‑functional collaboration.

• Compile and analyze manufacturing and operational data to identify cost trends, variances, and performance indicators.
• Compare standard material and labor costs to actuals; investigate variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform month‑end tasks including posting standard cost of goods sold and preparing related reports.
• Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliations, and audit transaction accuracy.
• Assist in coordinating and executing year‑end physical inventory audits.
• Partner with operations, procurement, and finance teams to ensure alignment on cost strategy and financial goals.
• Provide insights into cost drivers and support cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Inventory and manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills (including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis tools).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Experience with month‑end journal entries and COGS reporting.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Accounting / Auditing
• Manufacturing