Senior Cost Analyst

Senior Cost Analyst

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