The Cost Account Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of product costing and providing financial insights to support manufacturing operations and management decision-making. This role focuses on cost analysis, variance reporting, budgeting support, inventory management, and financial forecasting within a manufacturing environment. The position works closely with plant leadership to improve cost visibility, financial controls, and operational efficiency.
Ensure accuracy of product costs, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, labor rates, and overhead
Analyze variances to standard cost, including purchase price, material usage, labor rate, and labor efficiency, and report findings to management
Support management with financial analysis for manufacturing investment decisions, including equipment and process comparisons
Maintain the standard cost system to generate accurate product costs and inventory valuations
Review cost changes, identify root causes, and obtain appropriate authorization for updates
Design and develop manufacturing and plant-level financial reports
Analyze financial and operational data and provide actionable recommendations to management
Participate in and lead regular cost and performance review meetings with plant leadership
Establish and maintain financial controls to safeguard plant assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
Assist with the development of budgets, manufacturing standards, and financial forecasts
Review and develop budgeting requirements for manufacturing operations
Conduct profitability analysis and review results with key stakeholders
Perform financial analysis and support strategic and process improvement initiatives with minimal supervision
Develop and maintain variable cost productivity tracking and analysis
Participate in annual physical inventory processes
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field
3–5 years of relevant work experience
Experience in a manufacturing or factory environment
Strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting
Experience with inventory management and cost accounting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively as a team player
Ability to quickly learn and navigate complex ERP systems (Oracle experience preferred)
Minimal standing, walking, climbing stairs, and filing activities
Prolonged use of computer systems, including keyboard and mouse
Extended periods of sitting, reading, writing, speaking, and hearing
Occasional travel for training purposes
Exposure to typical manufacturing noise environments with appropriate safety equipment
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