Sr. Cost Analyst

Description Reporting to the VP of Finance, the position is responsible for conducting complex cost analysis and audits associated with the cost accounting function for the division. Lead the finance team in implementation of Cost Configurator module within ERP system to provide better cost and margin visibility to the organization. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: u2022 Partner with Plant leadership to assist in financial analysis and decision making in support of the financial health of the facility u2022 Implementation and ongoing maintenance/support of Cost Configurator module in JD Edwards. u2022 Assists in developing, implementing, managing and continually measuring processes ensuring the accuracy of job costing standards, including annual and ad-hoc cost roll exercises as required u2022 Ensure integrity of Work Order processing from material issues, labor postings, and associated variances u2022 Provide insight and guidance to profitability of various functions and products within the Plant in order to partner with Management and improve results u2022 Review and monitor WIP and outside process clearing account and adjust as necessary u2022 Annual Budget and rolling Forecast to include Hours, Headcount and Production expenses (Direct and Indirect) u2022 Support production team with ad-hoc inquiries, requests and reporting u2022 Work closely with Plant management to analyze daily, weekly and monthly work in process (WIP) u2022 Reviews accuracy of Plant processes, including Purchased parts cost verification, Router development, Overhead cost verification, Labor rate verification u2022 Produces and analyzes month end reports, including variance reporting and plant Overall Equipment Effectiveness performance u2022 Performs duties associated with SOX compliance, including WIP reconciliation, WIP subledger aging, Inventory reconciliation and Manufacturing - Segregation of Duties u2022 Prepare ad-hoc data analysis and reports for operations management as needed- All other duties as assigned u2022 Review balance sheet and P& L accounts and provide detailed variance explanations and resolve potential errors Requirements u2022 Bachelor's degree Accounting/Finance combined with minimum of 5 years cost accounting experience or equivalent preferred. u2022 Strong Excel Skills u2022 Strong skills and knowledge of accounting theory and application of financial principles u2022 Experience with Hyperion & SmartView is beneficial u2022 Strong experience with JDE or similar accounting system as it relates to job costing u2022 Excellent communication and organization skills. u2022 Must be detail oriented with strong analytical skills u2022 Ability to analyze manufacturing process costing, identify variances and drive adjustments to standards u2022 Skilled in identifying trends and drawing conclusions from large amounts of data u2022 Pro-active operating style requiring high energy level and tolerance to tight deadlines- Ability to build and manage team Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-03-07