Financial & Cost Analyst

Legrand AV, Inc.; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand's Finelite team in Union City, CA seeks a Financial & Cost Analyst to support FP&A and cost accounting, delivering accurate reporting and insightful analysis.

You will partner with operations and finance to develop dashboards, improve data accuracy, and drive cost control initiatives while upholding internal controls.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and clear communication of financial insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in FP&A or cost accounting.
• Manufacturing or operations finance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly close and reporting processes.
• Maintain and upload financial data in planning/reporting systems (e.g., BPC/Planful).
• Extract, validate, and analyze data from ERP and reporting tools.
• Assist in the development of dashboards and KPIs to track business performance.
• Support cost accounting activities, including preparation of journal entries, and analysis of manufacturing costs, inventory, and variances.
• Assist with tracking and explaining cost drivers and operational trends.
• Prepare journal entries and support account reconciliations (e.g. inventory capitalization, freight, cost adjustments, etc.).
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and identify inconsistencies or gaps.
• Support audit requests and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve data accuracy, streamline reporting, and enhance financial processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve business processes and drive business value.
• Document and improve standard operating procedures.

Skills

Excel modeling

Financial analysis

IFRS accounting

Education

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

Tools

BPC/Planful

ERP systems

Job description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Financial & Cost Analyst to join the Finelite Team in Union City, CA.

The Financial & Cost Analyst is a key member of the Finelite Finance team, supporting both FP&A and cost accounting activities. This role partners cross-functionally with operations, accounting, and business leaders to deliver accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and process improvements that drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly financial close and reporting processes
• Maintain and upload financial data in planning/reporting systems (e.g., BPC/Planful)
• Extract, validate, and analyze data from ERP and reporting tools
• Assist in the development of dashboards and KPIs to track business performance
• Support cost accounting activities, including preparation of journal entries, and analysis of manufacturing costs, inventory, and variances
• Assist with tracking and explaining cost drivers and operational trends
• Prepare journal entries and support account reconciliations (e.g. inventory capitalization, freight, cost adjustments, etc.)
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and identify inconsistencies or gaps
• Support audit requests and documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve data accuracy, streamline reporting, and enhance financial processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve business processes and drive business value
• Document and improve standard operating procedures

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 0-3 years of experience in FP&A or cost accounting
• Manufacturing or operations finance experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling
• Experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS) and financial statements

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy with ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills across finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Proactive mindset with curiosity and continuous improvement focus

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical to providing accurate financial insights, strengthening operational decision-making, and supporting the continued growth and transformation of the Finelite business.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand's Lighting & Controls division combines high-performance architectural and specialty lighting with intuitive controls to create safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient spaces. Our integrated solutions simplify the design, installation, and management of the built environment while delivering exceptional user experiences, operational efficiency, and reliable performance at scale. The division includes the Finelite, Focal Point, Kenall, OCL, and Pinnacle lighting brands, along with the Wattstopper and Vantage controls and building management systems.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.