Entry-Level Cost Analyst – Houston, Global Manufacturing

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII in Houston, TX is seeking two entry-level Cost Analysts to join our team. You will analyze manufacturing, subcontracting, logistics, and other cost components, supporting monthly reporting and budgets.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to grow within a global environment, with strong Excel skills and willingness to collaborate across functions. Mandarin language proficiency is highly preferred to communicate with Asia teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and basic formulas).
• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mandarin language proficiency is highly preferred due to regular communication with teams in Asia.
• Open to candidates requiring work sponsorship (OPT/CPT/H-1B).
• Bilingual (Chinese Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, subcontracting, logistics, and duty-related costs.
• Track actual costs against standard costs and budget; prepare variance analysis reports.
• Support the preparation of monthly cost reports, quarterly forecasts, and annual budgets.
• Assist in tracking inventory costs and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including factory, supply chain, finance, and operations, to ensure cost accuracy.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Mandarin language proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)

Job description

Foxconn Industrial Internet - FII in Houston, TX is seeking two entry-level Cost Analysts to join our team. You will analyze manufacturing, subcontracting, logistics, and other cost components, supporting monthly reporting and budgets.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to grow within a global environment, with strong Excel skills and willingness to collaborate across functions. Mandarin language proficiency is highly preferred to communicate with Asia teams.