Senior Cost Analyst

The Senior Cost Analyst will provide accounting guidance, analysis, and direction regarding divisional strategy, initiatives, and operations to Division leadership. They will serve as the primary point of contact between manufacturing-based Divisions and Accounting. The Senior Cost Analyst will monitor, analyze, and prepare financial reporting of monthly results and key performance indicators, identify and report on variances and trends, and process financial transactions and journal entries supporting monthly financial closings.

What You Will Do

The Senior Cost Analyst will assure compliance with GAAP and MEPPI policies and procedures related to project invoicing, foreign currency exchange, revenue and cost forecasting and recognition. They will plan and lead the execution of the division's annual physical inventory counts, monitor inventory levels, perform inventory analysis, and recommend methods to improve inventory accounting. The Senior Cost Analyst will also provide financial data to support annual business planning and advise, counsel, and train analysts and finance personnel on appropriate methods for capturing data related to business transactions and entering information into the business system.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Senior Cost Analyst will further the goals and positive, professional image of the Division through effective interaction with customers, vendors, and internal departments. They will provide accounting guidance, analysis, and direction regarding divisional strategy, initiatives, and operations to Division leadership and serve as the primary point of contact between manufacturing-based Divisions and Accounting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounting methods, principles, and practices including cost accounting, financial analysis, and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate complex financial information in a manner that can be understood by non-financial partners
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and on multiple projects simultaneously
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products and spreadsheet capabilities

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Retirement Plans (401(k) match of up to 4%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (vacation after 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays annually)
• Career Growth (access to professional development programs and educational assistance)
• Employee Perks (on-site fitness center, wellness program, profit sharing, and employee discounts)