Senior Cost Analyst

Daisy Brand; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No deductible health plan

Virtual healthcare access

401(k) with company match and profit‑s

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off and floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Daisy Brand, headquartered in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to support Finance and Operations. This role focuses on accurate inventory costing, variance analysis, and process improvements across manufacturing and supply chains.

The analyst will drive data-driven decisions using ERP tools and BI reporting. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in cost/finance within manufacturing, experience with Dynamics 365, Power BI, and automation tools, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years in accounting/finance, preferably in manufacturing or inventory-intensive environments.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred; Power BI and Power Automate a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support BOMs and cost standards aligned with policies and production processes.
• Analyze purchase prices, variances, and trends to identify drivers and improvement opportunities.
• Assist month-end close with journal entries and inventory reconciliation to ensure accurate valuation.
• Analyze inventory losses with Operations to identify root causes.
• Maintain inventory costing methodologies and conversion cost drivers.
• Support ERP data accuracy and reporting enhancements in Dynamics 365.

Skills

Excel advanced

Automation tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Dynamics 365

Power BI

Power Automate

Office Scripts

VBA/Macros

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Cost Analyst plays a critical role in supporting both Finance and Operations by delivering accurate inventory costing, insightful analysis, and continuous process improvements. This position partners closely with manufacturing and operational teams to ensure inventory costs are timely, accurate, and well-understood, enabling informed business decisions across the organization. This is an opportunity for an experienced cost or operations finance professional who enjoys working cross‑functionally, leveraging data, and improving processes through automation and modern analytical tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and evaluation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost standards in alignment with corporate policies and production processes
• Analyze purchase prices, cost variances, and trends to identify drivers and improvement opportunities
• Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries and inventory reconciliation, ensuring inventory valuation is accurate and timely
• Analyze inventory losses and partner with Operations to identify root causes
• Maintain inventory costing methodologies and conversion cost drivers
• Support data accuracy and enhancements within the ERP environment (Microsoft Dynamics 365), including expansion of reporting and system capabilities
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting of inventory-related expenses
• Partner with Operations to support performance objectives and decision-making

Inventory Processes and Procedures

• Provide support in documenting internal controls, policies, and procedures for inventory
• Assist in validating that policies and procedures are being followed
• Build strong knowledge of the D365 framework and related data integration points with MES

Ad-hoc Analysis

• Provide reporting and analysis related to inventory, cost of goods manufactured (COGM), and cost of goods sold (COGS)
• Assist Operations as needed, providing analysis and insights to support improved business decisions
• Cross-train on financial analyst duties to serve as backup as needed

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline from an accredited college
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in an accounting or finance role, preferably within a manufacturing or inventory-intensive environment
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred
• Experience with Power BI and Power Automate is a plus
• Experience with Office Scripts, VBA, and/or macros is a plus

Skills and Competencies

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, nested formulas, and advanced functions
• Interest in applying automation, data, and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational and analytical skills

Company Overview

Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.

At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.

At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared.

To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:

• A no deductible $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage
• Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
• A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
• Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
• Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
• Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Fitness and wellness incentives
• And more.

Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.