Cost Analyst

LX Pantos Americas; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, is seeking a candidate for Labor Cost Analysis and Reporting. The role involves maintaining a labor database, analyzing costs and productivity metrics, and supporting budget preparation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1–3 years of experience in financial or labor analysis. Technical skills in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems are essential. Strong analytical and communication skills are required for this position.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, labor planning, workforce analytics, or related roles.
• Experience working in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or HR analytics is preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify cost trends, variances, and operational inefficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate database of headcount, labor hours, and compensation.
• Analyze labor costs, productivity metrics, and workforce utilization.
• Support the preparation of annual and monthly labor cost budgets.
• Collaborate with HR and Operations teams to ensure data integrity.
• Review and process labor-related invoices and ensure compliance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Professional certifications (CMA, CPA, or similar)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday)

Labor management systems or workforce analytics tools

Job description

• Maintain an accurate database of headcount, labor hours, compensation, overtime usage, and other labor related cost elements across all departments.
• Develop and continuously update a centralized labor database containing key information for both current employees and planned future staffing.

Labor Cost Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze labor costs, productivity metrics, overtime trends, and workforce utilization to generate regular Labor Cost Trend Reports.
• Identify cost drivers, variances, and labor‑related risks, providing data‑driven insights and recommendations to management.

Budgeting and Forecasting Support

• Support the preparation of annual and monthly labor cost budgets, including headcount planning and labor expense forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis by comparing budgeted labor costs with actual results, highlighting deviations and underlying causes.

Data Entry and Documentation Control

• Enter labor‑related data—including work hours, schedule changes, and compensation adjustments—into internal systems with accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with HR and Operations teams to ensure data integrity and proper document retention.

Labor Cost & Productivity Analysis

• Assess workforce deployment, staffing levels, labor efficiency, and production volume to identify opportunities for labor cost optimization.
• Evaluate the financial impact of changes in staffing models, schedules, or labor policies.

Invoice Review and Compliance Support

• Review and process labor‑related invoices such as outsourced labor, temporary staffing, or contractor services.
• Ensure compliance with internal labor policies, overtime rules, and financial controls.

Administrative and Cross‑Functional Support

• Handle ad‑hoc labor cost analyses and special reporting requests.
• Provide general analytical and administrative support as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (CMA, CPA, or similar) are a plus but not required.

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, labor planning, workforce analytics, or related roles.
• Experience working in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or HR analytics environment is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data modeling).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar).
• Experience working with labor management systems or workforce analytics tools is a plus.
• Ability to interpret large datasets and translate findings into actionable insights.

Analytical & Professional Skills

• Strong analytical thinking with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify cost trends, variances, and operational inefficiencies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data clearly.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.

Interpersonal Skills

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally (HR, Finance, Operations).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive labor and compensation data.

Proactive, self‑motivated, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment