Senior Cost Analyst

1 day ago

St Louis, Missouri, United States ebs recruiters LLC Full time
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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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 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.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3 - 5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • 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.

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