Sr Cost Analyst

Network Operations; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Cost Analyst, where you'll play a vital role in validating telecom costs and enhancing financial accuracy. This position offers the opportunity to analyze billing data, manage vendor disputes, and contribute to monthly financial reporting. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll collaborate with diverse teams to streamline processes and drive efficiency. If you're passionate about data analysis and enjoy problem-solving in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career while making a significant impact on the organization's financial health.

Benefits

Comprehensive Pay and Benefits Package

Training and Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of accounting experience required.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or similar accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Validate and code monthly cost and expense invoices for accuracy.
• Analyze vendor aging and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Design database query reports to support decision making.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Confidentiality

Project Management

Telecommunications Knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting

Tools

PeopleSoft

Carrier Cost Management System

Microsoft Excel

Database Software

Job description

Client Reference Code: 2025-53609

JOB SUMMARY

Validates and codes monthly cost and expense invoices to ensure that Telecom costs are accurately reflected within the monthly market financial statements and that the invoices reflect contractual rates. Responsible for creation and comparison of monthly cost trends for forecasting, comparison to budget and monthly trend variances. These monthly trends will supplement the monthly financial statement reporting package, prepared by the Telephone Finance organization. In addition, works with internal sources in development and maintenance of necessary inventories.

WHAT OUR SENIOR COST ANALYSTS ENJOY MOST

• Actively and consistently supporting all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience
• Analyzing and interpreting billing support data produced by the vendor and/or internal sources which includes trouble-shooting for anomalies and contractual rate validation.
• Filing and tracking vendor disputes as determined by contractual rate analysis.
• Anticipating and predicting additions, changes and deletions that should reflect in the next monthly billing. Calculating accruals for any adjustments not reflected in billing.
• Analyzing vendor aging for outstanding balances. Mediating with Accounts Payable and vendors to resolve payment application discrepancies.
• Analyzing and interpreting monthly cost variances and trends as reported in Financial Statements.
• Designing and building database query reports to enable decision making and support monthly billed trends.
• Collaborating with vendors and managing disputes by holding periodic follow up calls with assigned vendors. Researching contracts to determine validity of vendor position.
• Coding assigned invoices to ensure proper classification within monthly financial statements, based on information received from the field, inventory system, circuit service orders, etc.
• Reconciling assigned accounts to ensure payments are received and posted, open balances researched and credits used appropriately.
• Building and maintaining inventory lists as required. Ascertaining and identifying if disparities exist.
• Validating and auditing monthly rates to contractual terms for multiple vendors.
• Determining, quantifying and summarizing monthly cost accruals.
• Utilizing internal controls to protect company assets/inventories.
• Obtaining and maintaining tax exemptions from vendors where applicable.
• Identifying and investigating problems in financial processes as it relates to recording of monthly cost invoices and recommends continuous improvement opportunities.
• Performing other duties as requested by supervisor.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM

Required Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Work Experience: Accounting Experience (4-7 Years). PeopleSoft or Accounting Software Experience (4-7 Years). Carrier Cost Management System Experience (4-7 Years).

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to analyze and interpret data in a detailed manner
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise and straightforward manner
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management and company personnel
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at one time
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use critical thinking to make decisions and problem solve issues while working under pressure
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to show judgment and initiative and to accomplish job duties
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work with others to resolve problems, handle requests or situations
• Proficient knowledge of personal computer operation and software applications (i.e., spreadsheet, word processing, database)
• Knowledge and understanding of telecommunications products and services

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office Environment

SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees’ careers as they move up or around the company
Learning Culture: With a dedicated focus on training and development, employees can have confidence that day one is truly just the beginning of a dynamic career
Innovation: We move businesses forward by delivering high-speed data and fiber technology solutions that power today’s evolving network demands
Supportive Teams: Be part of a strong community that gives you opportunities to network and grow and wants to see you succeed
Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life

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Job Code : FAU350

2025-53609
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