Cost Analytics Specialist — Drive Profitability & Efficiency

Freedom Waterworks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (120 hours annually)

Job summary

Freedom Waterworks in Houston, TX is seeking a Financial Cost Accountant to analyze profitability and cost trends and to implement cost-tracking tools within Microsoft Business Central. You will partner with Sales, Operations, Estimating, Project Management, and Finance to ensure accurate costing and data-driven decisions.

The role requires a minimum of three years in financial analysis or cost accounting, strong Excel and ERP experience, and the ability to drive improvements across financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or a related role.
• Experience developing financial reports, dashboards, and forecasting models preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial databases.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial and operational data to evaluate profitability, cost drivers, trends, and variances.
• Review sales order packages for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with financial and operational requirements.
• Track open orders and prepare weekly forecasts, projections, and profitability analyses.
• Perform product, project, and job cost analysis, identifying discrepancies, risks, and opportunities for cost savings and margin improvement.
• Design, implement, and maintain cost-tracking tools and reporting processes within Microsoft Business Central.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI dashboards and reporting tools that support the Company's strategic objectives.
• Recommend improvements to financial processes, controls, and policies to reduce costs and maximize profitability.
• Support annual external audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Collaborate with Operations, Estimating, Sales, and Project Management teams to ensure accurate costing and financial visibility.
• Assist with month-end close activities, reconciliations, and other accounting responsibilities as needed.
• Lead or support ad hoc financial analysis projects and special initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Finance and overall business operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Accounting principles

ERP systems

Data interpretation

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

CPA/CMA or progress toward certification

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Power BI

Tableau

Excel VBA / automation

Job description

Freedom Waterworks in Houston, TX is seeking a Financial Cost Accountant to analyze profitability and cost trends and to implement cost-tracking tools within Microsoft Business Central. You will partner with Sales, Operations, Estimating, Project Management, and Finance to ensure accurate costing and data-driven decisions.

The role requires a minimum of three years in financial analysis or cost accounting, strong Excel and ERP experience, and the ability to drive improvements across financial