Sr. Cost Analyst Job at Aquent (Houston)

Sr. Cost Analyst

Reporting to the VP of Finance, the position is responsible for conducting compl...

Location

United States , Houston

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree Accounting/Finance combined with minimum of 5 years cost accounting experience or equivalent preferred
Strong Excel Skills
Strong skills and knowledge of accounting theory and application of financial principles
Experience with Hyperion & SmartView is beneficial
Strong experience with JDE or similar accounting system as it relates to job costing
Excellent communication and organization skills
Must be detail oriented with strong analytical skills
Ability to analyze manufacturing process costing, identify variances and drive adjustments to standards
Skilled in identifying trends and drawing conclusions from large amounts of data
Pro-active operating style requiring high energy level and tolerance to tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Partner with Plant leadership to assist in financial analysis and decision making in support of the financial health of the facility
Implementation and ongoing maintenance/support of Cost Configurator module in JD Edwards
Assists in developing, implementing, managing and continually measuring processes ensuring the accuracy of job costing standards, including annual and ad-hoc cost roll exercises as required
Ensure integrity of Work Order processing from material issues, labor postings, and associated variances
Provide insight and guidance to profitability of various functions and products within the Plant in order to partner with Management and improve results
Review and monitor WIP and outside process clearing account and adjust as necessary
Annual Budget and rolling Forecast to include Hours, Headcount and Production expenses (Direct and Indirect)
Support production team with ad-hoc inquiries, requests and reporting
Work closely with Plant management to analyze daily, weekly and monthly work in process (WIP)
Reviews accuracy of Plant processes, including Purchased parts cost verification, Router development, Overhead cost verification, Labor rate verification

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Sr. Financial Cost Analyst

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm t...

Location

United States , Cleveland

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Standard Costing
Inventory
Cost rolls
Variance Analysis
Absorption
Pulling data from Excel to analyze and help with decision-making
Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Annual Inventory
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Sr Cost And Pricing Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr Cost and Pricing Analyst to join a collabor...

Location

United States , Detroit

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
At least 5 years of experience in cost accounting within manufacturing, consumer products, distribution, retail, or supply chain settings
Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, and cost of goods sold analysis
Experience working with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or comparable systems
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to perform detailed financial modeling and analysis
Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience partnering across multiple business functions

Job Responsibility

Build, maintain, and refine costing models for a range of products to support accurate financial analysis and pricing decisions
Coordinate standard cost reviews and contribute to annual planning activities related to product costs and margin expectations
Examine manufacturing, sourcing, and supply chain expenses to identify patterns, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement
Prepare inventory-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end reporting to ensure reliable financial results
Track inventory balances, reserve levels, and valuation methods to help maintain accuracy in financial records
Research inventory variances and partner with operational teams during cycle counts and physical inventory processes
Analyze material, labor, overhead, and purchase price variances to explain performance against expectations
Produce recurring margin and profitability reports for leadership to support business decisions and performance reviews
Assist with budgeting and forecasting tied to inventory, cost of goods sold, and gross margin performance
Support reporting enhancements, automation efforts, internal controls, audit requests, and compliance-related accounting activities

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance
enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Sr Master Planner / Cost Analyst

Joining our Program Planning and Control Finance team means you are the backbone...

Location

United States , Endicott

Salary:

75254.00 - 127930.00 USD / Year

Baesystems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of work experience or equivalent experience
Proficient in Microsoft Project and all Microsoft Office
Ability to prioritize and self-manage a multi-tasked workload in a fast-paced environment
Ability to make decisions with sound judgment while complying with policies and procedures
Experience communicating and presenting financial data to other functions in an accurate, concise and understandable manner
Ability to guide and train Control Account Managers

Job Responsibility

Develop and coordinate the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet all program objectives
Monitor program schedule performance, tracks plans and schedules
Performs risk analysis using tools Barbecanna Full Monte and ForProject DCMA Schedule Analyzer
Identifies and resolves critical paths, driving paths and network logic conflicts
Utilizes Gantt, milestone charts, earned value management and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas
Ability to train and provide guidance to engineering control account managers and new master planners
Supporting weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting requirements both internally and externally
Understanding of earned value metrics namely, cost & schedule performance and IPMR reporting
Understanding of EVMS (Earned Value Management System) and DCMA requirements
Creating and influencing program baselines with industry standard guidelines

What we offer

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays

Fulltime

Sr. Financial Analyst, Co-Pilot (Cost Controller)

As a Senior Financial Analyst, Co‑Pilot, you’ll serve as a key financial partner...

Location

United States , St. Louis

Salary:

Not provided

Nestlé Purina

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in General Accounting, Cost Accounting, Internal Controls, Budgeting, and/or Variance Analysis
2+ years of experience with capital and/or construction projects

Job Responsibility

Oversee and manage the full capital project budget, including cost reporting, cash flow projections, and budget adjustments
Conduct cost-assurance activities, including auditing field construction progress and managing timely project closeout
Integrate project schedules into Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts and support earned value management to connect cost and schedule
Review and approve contracts, purchase orders, and invoices to ensure cost assurance, compliance, and financial accuracy
Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Legal, Tax, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and best-practice deployment
Ensure strong financial controls and governance, including adherence to Capital Investment Standards, accounting policies, and change-management processes
Safeguard Assets Under Construction (AUC) through inventory oversight, warehouse compliance, and governance gate participation

What we offer

401k with Company match
healthcare coverage

Fulltime

Applications Development Sr Programmer Analyst (Sr. BigData Developer)

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level ...

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5-8 years of relevant experience
Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Strong Experience in Apache Hadoop, Spark, Hive, Impala, Yarn, Talend, Hue
Spark Calculators based on business logic/rules
Programming skills with Scala, Java, J2EE, Python, Unix/Linux shell, Spark RD
Understanding of OOP and Functional design approach

Job Responsibility

Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members

Fulltime

Sr Analyst, FP&A Supply Chain

This is where your insights influence change. As a member of the Baxter Finance ...

Location

Costa Rica , Heredia

Salary:

Not provided

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
3+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, accounting, or related roles
Strong understanding of financial documents, accounting fundamentals, and cost drivers
Demonstrated ability to perform deep analytical work, investigate variances, and solve complex problems
Experience supporting manufacturing / supply chain environments (strong plus)
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or JDE (plus)
Advanced Excel skills
strong PowerPoint storytelling
Experience using Power BI, Cognos, and/or Tableau for reporting and analytics
Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and bring structure and clarity

Job Responsibility

Own and actively support Month End Close (MEC) activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with financial controls
Lead variance analysis for actual vs. plan/forecast results, including root cause investigation and identification of key business drivers
Partner closely with in region business partners, Planning & Fulfillment teams, and manufacturing stakeholders to understand performance and operational drivers
Translate financial results into clear, concise insights and narratives for leadership, helping move from ambiguity to actionable clarity
Support the development and execution of budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans, including system uploads and adjustments
Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including interpretation of trends, risks, and opportunities
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to address business issues, investigate anomalies, and support decision making
Identify gaps between current processes and desired future state, proposing improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Support continuous improvement efforts by updating process flows, operating manuals, SOPs, and training documentation
Leverage analytical tools (e.g., Power BI, Cognos, Tableau) to enhance reporting, visualization, and insight generation

What we offer

Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer

Fulltime

Project Sr Analyst - AVP

The Project Sr Analyst is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth discipl...

Location

India , Pune

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5-8 years relevant experience in running AI Projects
Amenable to working on EMEA shift
Bachelor's/University degree or equivalent experience

Job Responsibility

Ensure creation of project plan, stakeholder management plan, acceptance plan, and central project issue log for AI programs
Identify key stakeholders who will participate in project scope definition. Identify, document, and understand project dependencies
Ensure appropriate resources are assigned to project & monitor commitment
Ensure change control is executed throughout project
Establish project communication needs and support creation of project communication plan
Track actual project costs, identify variances, and reforecast project costs as needed
Measure project management performance against standards
Create the project risk management plan
Work with procurement team to create, administer, track, and eventually close project contracts
Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge of concepts and procedures within own area to resolve issues

Fulltime

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