Manufacturing Cost Analyst - Budgeting, Forecasting & Margins

The Recruiting Pros; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruiting Pros are seeking a Cost Analyst for a growing manufacturer in Rock Hill, SC. You will analyze production data, prepare monthly financial statements including month-end close, forecast and budget, and create ad-hoc variance reports.

Requirements include a BS in Accounting or Finance, at least 3 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, and strong communication skills. CPA or MBA is a plus. This is a permanent, full-time role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree with emphasis on Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of experience as a Cost Analyst in a manufacturing environment.
• CPA or MBA is a plus.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, analytics and forecasts related to manufacturing operations.
• Analyze monthly operating results including sales, gross margins and inventory for management’s decision making.
• Support Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Accounting departments.
• Develop KPI scorecards and work with cross-functional teams to improve results.
• Create business plans for capital requests with analysis of Balance Sheet and P&L.
• Evaluate and analyze standard costs including material costs, labor, overhead and burden rates.
• Support multiple manufacturing sites in South Carolina and Georgia.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA (a plus)

Job description

The Recruiting Pros are seeking a Cost Analyst for a growing manufacturer in Rock Hill, SC. You will analyze production data, prepare monthly financial statements including month-end close, forecast and budget, and create ad-hoc variance reports.

Requirements include a BS in Accounting or Finance, at least 3 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing, and strong communication skills. CPA or MBA is a plus. This is a permanent, full-time role with growth opportunities.