Cost Analyst (Need someone with Cost Accounting Background)

Job Description

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment. Reporting to Associate Director of Operations Finance, the Cost Analyst is primarily responsible for supporting Operations Finance for IDS and assists in month-end closings, budget preparation, forecasting, and monthly consolidations of KPI’s and reporting relative to IDS Operations Finance.

Congratulates the candidate on joining a team that values innovation and collaboration. The position requires a B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance, with minimum 2 - 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry. A CPA / CMA / MBA or equivalent qualification is desirable, along with excellent analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and a self-driven, proactive attitude.

• Coordinates and participates in the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes for assigned accounts.
• Consolidate various monthly results with commentary on key drivers.
• Provides detailed explanations and analyses on departmental spending and key drivers vs. budget and forecast on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Affords assistance in the Monthly Inventory Reporting and E&O process.
• Performs month end duties necessary for closing the books.
• Books necessary journal entries/accruals.
• Conducts balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts.
• Performs ad hoc projects or analyses or other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 2 - 3 years of relevant experience required, manufacturing industry preferred.
• CPA / CMA / MBA or equivalent or working toward qualification is desirable.
• Well organized and possesses good analytical and communication skills, analytical skills.
• Highly proficient working with Microsoft Excel and reasonably proficient with other common applications such as MS Access, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint; working knowledge of JDE and Hyperion is desirable.
• Self-driven, proactive and seeks continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed, challenging environment with strong attention to detail.
• Previous experience working in a highly visible role that will interact with individuals at all organizational levels, internal and external, and at remote locations.