Cost Analyst

CFS; Sparta (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Wisconsin is seeking a Cost Analyst to gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations while aligning cost accounting with engineering and procurement.

This role offers visibility across departments, involvement in cost targets and BOM analysis, and a collaborative team with strong tenure and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee physical inventory processes.
• Maintain standard costs and review standard versus actual cost variances.
• Conduct production floor walkthroughs to investigate variances, reporting issues, and cost build-ups.
• Analyze bills of materials (BOMs) and raw material costs.
• Partner with production, engineering, and procurement teams to develop cost estimates and establish cost targets.
• Support general accounting activities and financial reporting processes.

Skills

Cost accounting

Manufacturing costing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

If you're looking for a cost accounting role where you'll have direct visibility into manufacturing operations, work cross-functionally with production and engineering teams, and be part of a close-knit group with long employee tenure, this could be a great fit. Join a company that creates a wide variety of products while offering stability, collaboration, and strong benefits.

Salary: $60,000 to $70,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Gain hands-on exposure to both manufacturing operations and accounting functions.
• Work closely with production, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to influence business decisions.
• Be part of a collaborative, close-knit team that enjoys working together and has strong employee longevity.
• Gain visibility across multiple departments and contribute to strategic quoting and cost-target initiatives.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and supportive team environment.
• Work for a company that manufactures a diverse range of unique products.
  
  

Key Responsibilities For The Cost Analyst

• Coordinate and oversee physical inventory processes.
• Maintain standard costs and review standard versus actual cost variances.
• Conduct production floor walkthroughs to investigate variances, reporting issues, and cost build-ups.
• Analyze bills of materials (BOMs) and raw material costs.
• Partner with production, engineering, and procurement teams to develop cost estimates and establish cost targets.
• Support general accounting activities and financial reporting processes.
  
  

Qualifications For The Cost Analyst

• Associate degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment preferred.