Cost Anaylyst

Australia-Employment; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Cost Analyst to join our finance team in Richardson, TX. You will lead cost accounting initiatives, support financial reporting, and drive data-driven decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment serving military and industrial markets.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of cost analysis experience, a Bachelor’s in Finance, strong ERP and Excel/BI skills, and a solid understanding of GAAP with SOX/internal controls experience. On-site role with US citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
• 5–10 years of Cost Analyst experience within manufacturing.
• DoD industry experience a plus.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP) and advanced Excel/BI tools.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost accounting analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts and transactions using ERP systems.
• Prepare financial reports, including variance analyses, budgets, and cash flow assessments using Excel/BI tools.
• Monitor expenses, analyze trends, and implement cost-control measures aligned with GAAP.
• Support pricing/proposals reviews and government cost/pricing audits (DCMA/DCAA).

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Excel/BI tools

SOX/internal controls

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Job description

Cost Anaylyst

$105000 - $125000 per year | Richardson, TX | On-site | Permanent

We're a profitable manufacturer in the North Dallas area. We're the size of company where the CEO knows every manager by name, walks the floor, sees the direct line between their decisions and the company's results.

A bit about us:

We're a profitable manufacturer in the North Dallas area. We're the size of company where the CFO knows every manager by name, walks the production floor, and sees the direct line between their decisions and the company's results. Revenue has grown steadily, the balance sheet is clean, and the order book is strong.

Why join us?

You'll be a true operating CFO. You'll own the financials end to end, sit at the table for every major decision, and partner directly with a CEO who is building for the next decade, not managing decline. If you've been a strong number two waiting for the top seat, or a CFO at a private company who wants public company experience on your resume, this is the rare opening that offers both the responsibility and the runway to succeed in it.

Job Details

Cost Analyst

Overview

We're seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Cost Analyst to join our finance team at a precision manufacturing company serving military, industrial, and commercial markets. In this role, you'll lead cost analysis initiatives, support financial reporting accuracy, and drive strategic decision-making through data-driven insights. This is a great opportunity to influence financial strategy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost accounting analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance
• Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts, balance sheets, and transactions using ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus)
• Prepare financial reports, including variance analyses, budget forecasts, and cash flow assessments, using advanced Excel and BI tools
• Monitor expenses, analyze trends, and implement cost control measures aligned with GAAP
• Support pricing/proposal reviews and government cost/pricing audits (DCMA/DCAA)
• Support SOX compliance through internal controls and regular process audits
• Collaborate cross-functionally to collect data, interpret financial reports, and ensure accurate reconciliation across systems
• Assist in developing forecasting models and budgeting strategies for long-term business planning
• Contribute to special cost or manufacturing operations projects as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field
• 5–10 years of Cost Analyst experience within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and financial analysis
• DoD industry experience a plus
• Experience with financial report writing, data collection, and account reconciliation
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP) and advanced Excel/BI tools
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting, and general ledger reconciliation
• Experience with cash flow analysis, budget forecasting, and cost management
• Public accounting or corporate finance background with SOX/internal controls experience preferred
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to work on-site locally

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