Senior Cost Analyst

Robert Half - Plymouth, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Plymouth, MN

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Cost Analyst will be a key player in the manufacturing industry, responsible for maintaining and enhancing the company's cost systems, inventory management, and gross margin analysis. This role requires collaboration across various departments to identify cost-effective solutions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Become the go-to expert in cost analysis within the company, understanding the details of the costing process.
• Collaborate with multiple departments and plants in the organization, helping to drive accurate costing and improved accountability, profitability, and financial analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts around costing processes.
• Identify and implement best practices, SOPs, and standard process documentation.
• Work on improvement and maintenance of the company's cost systems and inventory.
• Analyze gross margin components, providing detailed analysis to the team.
• Utilize your knowledge of Accounting Software Systems and ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning in performing daily duties.
• Utilize Oracle, Microsoft Office Suites, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook for various tasks.
• Perform accounting close process, prepare Journal Entries, and handle Account Reconciliation.
• Exhibit excellent Communication Skills in all aspects of the role.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within the Manufacturing industry
• Bachelor's Degree in MIS, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Proficiency with Accounting Software Systems and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, particularly Oracle
• Strong Communication Skills
• Experience in preparing Journal Entries and Journal Entry Preparation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan