Sr. Analyst, Cost Accounting

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Waterloo, Iowa is seeking a Senior Analyst in Costing Accounting. The role focuses on supporting budgeting, performance analysis, compliance, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing. Familiarity with ERP systems and strong Excel skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to business decisions through financial insights.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Travel up to 5% annually (domestic).

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and monthly close.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Assess financial performance and highlight improvement areas.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial modeling

Proficiency in Excel

Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields

Tools

Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Analyst, Costing Accounting

Support the performance management of manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, compliance, reporting, performance analysis, and special projects.

• Assist with preparation and review of annual budget, periodic forecasts, and operating plans.
• Perform assigned close tasks accurately and timely.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and substantiations.
• Assess monthly financial performance, conduct root‑cause analysis, and highlight performance improvement areas to operational teams.
• Perform profitability assessments on product lines, customers, capital investments, and other business decisions.
• Ensure financial integrity by following procedures and internal controls in accordance with GAAP, MasterBrand policies, Code of Conduct, and applicable guidelines.
• Prepare and coordinate capital expenditure requests and participate in long‑term capital planning.
• Support inventory and other asset control.
• Perform financial modeling and trend/sensitivity analysis.
• Maintain and improve standard costing.
• Use Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services/SmartView, Insight, and Friedman systems.
• Collaborate with finance management and staff, share ideas, and provide value‑added recommendations.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Finance, Economics, or related fields).
• 3+ years of accounting experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and intermediate/advanced Excel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Oracle, Mainframe). Knowledge of IFRS, Sarbanes‑Oxley, cost accounting preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, or MBA is a plus.
• Positive, solution‑oriented attitude.
• Travel up to 5% annually (domestic).

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer. It does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment based on these categories and complies with all applicable laws regarding unemployment status. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.