Strategic Cost Analysis Manager — Budgeting & Profitability

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA); Ellabell (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k plan

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is seeking a Cost Analysis Manager to lead TDC development, analysis, and reporting, delivering strategic insights to improve cost efficiency and profitability.

You will supervise cost variance analysis across materials, labor, and overhead, collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Production, and Logistics, and guide budgeting, forecasting, and cost allocation methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of cost analysis, cost accounting, or financial planning in automotive/manufacturing.
• Proven track record in budgeting and profitability improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with cost modeling, data visualization, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, analysis, and reporting of Total Delivery Cost (TDC).
• Oversee cost variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead with actionable recommendations.
• Establish standard and actual cost structures ensuring data accuracy.
• Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Production, and Logistics on cost optimization.

Skills

Cost Analysis

Cost Modeling

Data Visualization

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Budgeting

Variance Analysis

Financial Reporting

ERP SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

BI Tools

Job description

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is seeking a Cost Analysis Manager to lead TDC development, analysis, and reporting, delivering strategic insights to improve cost efficiency and profitability.

You will supervise cost variance analysis across materials, labor, and overhead, collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Production, and Logistics, and guide budgeting, forecasting, and cost allocation methodologies.