Manufacturing FP&A & Cost Analysis Analyst

Burnett Staffing Specialists; Cantonment (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Staffing Specialists is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support manufacturing operations with cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly close activities at the site level.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 4–6 years of FP&A experience in manufacturing, with strong Excel and SAP skills. CPA/MBA is a plus for advancement within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or MBA is a plus.
• 4-6 years of accounting/FP&A experience within manufacturing; SAP experience favored.
• Strong cost accounting and operational finance background.
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience required (SAP preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide cost analysis, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support operational decisions.
• Evaluate capital, productivity, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing performance and identify risks and opportunities against targets.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning at the site level.
• Ensure accuracy of production, usage, and cost reporting.
• Prepare and communicate financial insights in a clear, actionable manner.
• Participate in month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.

Skills

Cost accounting

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

SAP

Job description

Burnett Staffing Specialists is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support manufacturing operations with cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly close activities at the site level.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 4–6 years of FP&A experience in manufacturing, with strong Excel and SAP skills. CPA/MBA is a plus for advancement within the team.