Cost Accounting Analyst

Job Purpose

This role supports our financial operations by analyzing costs, evaluating production efficiency, and assisting in inventory and margin analysis. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate cost data and supporting strategic decision-making across the organization. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities

The Role’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze cost data, including material, labor, and overhead expenses.

• Perform variance analysis (e.g., actual vs. standard, budget vs. actual) and provide insights to management.

• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to understand cost drivers and ensure data accuracy.

• Support inventory valuation processes and cycle/physical counts.

• Help with month-end close activities, including cost entries and correcting subledger costing errors.

• Handle confidential information related to cost and gross margins from customer sales.

• Administer the freight claims process for inventory damaged by carriers.  

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field, or relevant experience in a cost accounting position.

• 0-2 years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis.

• Proficiency in Excel. 

Preferred Experience

• Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP is preferred).

• Understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation. 

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.

• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. 

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office environment.

• May require prolonged periods of sitting/standing.

• For position-specific details regarding the physical and mental demands and working conditions, contact Human Resources.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions,