Sr. Financial Cost Analyst Job at Robert Half (Cleveland)

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

Sr. Financial Analyst

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong experience in financial analysis within a complex business environment
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, including the creation of detailed Excel-based tools and reports
Demonstrated ability to perform variance analysis and explain key performance drivers clearly
Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, and departmental cost analysis
Ability to mine, organize, and interpret data from multiple sources to generate actionable insights
Experience handling ad hoc financial analysis with a high level of accuracy and responsiveness
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial and operational findings to stakeholders effectively

Job Responsibility

Prepare accurate financial and operational analyses that help leadership evaluate performance and make informed decisions
Support the Senior Director of FP&A by delivering recurring daily, weekly, and monthly reports on schedule
Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities, including departmental expense reviews and cost trend analysis
Examine financial and operational results to identify drivers, explain variances, and connect findings to overall business outcomes
Improve reporting workflows by designing more efficient tools, processes, and technology-based solutions
Build and refine Excel-based models, visual summaries, and reporting templates to strengthen analysis and communication
Conduct data-driven research and provide ad hoc analysis for initiatives across multiple business areas
Take on additional analytical assignments as business needs evolve

What we offer

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

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial pla...

Location

United States , Columbia

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
At least 5+ years of progressive experience involving variance analysis, reporting, and planning ideally in a manufacturing environment
Strong background in cost accounting, financial modeling, and operational performance analysis
Demonstrated ability to perform variance analysis, ad hoc financial analysis, and data-driven problem solving
Advanced Excel skills and ideally experience using Tableau or Power BI
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Analyze financial activities across the business and by division
Prepare leadership reports and detailed schedules that support business reviews and decision-making
Evaluate results against plan through variance analysis, trend reviews, and performance reporting for operational leadership
Analyze profitability, pricing, product mix, and sales patterns to uncover margin improvement and growth opportunities

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join a manufacturer in Myrtle Beac...

Location

United States , Myrtle Beach

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in financial analysis within a manufacturing, construction, or contractor-related environment
Strong capability in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and ad hoc business analysis
Hands-on expertise with variance analysis, including cost variance investigation and performance trend evaluation
Ability to interpret large data sets using data mining techniques and translate findings into practical recommendations
Experience analyzing material, labor, overhead, and inventory-related financial activity
Proficiency with Oracle Financials or a comparable enterprise financial system
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial results effectively to operational and senior management

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain monthly rolling forecasts, support period-end close activities, and explain key differences between actual and expected results
Develop annual budgeting models and contribute to standard cost setup to improve planning accuracy across operations
Evaluate cost performance by tracking variances, monitoring efficiency initiatives, and reviewing break-even metrics and product movement
Assess trends in material, labor, and overhead expenses to identify risks, opportunities, and areas requiring corrective action
Review inventory activity and valuation data to help ensure accurate reporting and reliable stock balances
Partner with senior leaders to communicate cost drivers, emerging trends, and significant financial fluctuations affecting performance
Prepare clear financial summaries and analysis for both plant and corporate management to support informed decision-making
Help maintain compliance with internal financial controls and support consistent application of reporting standards
Identify opportunities to improve profitability and assist with carrying forward actions that strengthen financial results

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial rep...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience in healthcare finance, hospital-based reporting, revenue cycle operations, or a related financial analysis function
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work efficiently with large datasets and complex reporting needs
Demonstrated background in preparing and interpreting financial and operational reports
Strong analytical skills with experience in financial analysis, variance review, and ad hoc data evaluation
Ability to organize multiple deadlines, maintain accuracy, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders
Experience with data mining techniques and financial modeling to support reporting and decision-making

Job Responsibility

Create and deliver recurring financial and operational reports on a daily, weekly, bi-weekly, and as-needed basis for leadership and department stakeholders
Develop reporting related to revenue cycle activity, including discharged accounts pending final billing and late charge trends, to improve visibility into performance
Track workforce productivity by preparing analyses of labor utilization, including both productive and non-productive hours
Compile departmental spending reports and perform reviews of contract labor costs to identify patterns and variances
Maintain routine cash summaries and volume reporting for admitting and non-admitting activity across the organization
Contribute to the assembly of board-level financial materials by preparing accurate data and supporting schedules
Document reporting workflows and keep desktop procedures current to promote consistency and operational continuity
Examine financial and operational data to identify issues, highlight trends, and provide actionable insights to business partners

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Sr. Financial Analyst

Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to suppor...

Location

United States , Novi

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or similar field
7+ years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or controllership roles
Proven background in monthly reporting, financial statement preparation, and multi-site financial consolidation
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, with a strong understanding of plant finance processes
Ability to manage shifting priorities and perform effectively in an environment with ongoing change
Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to executives and business partners
Experience contributing to board reporting, cash flow forecasting, or finance support connected to acquisitions or business restructuring
Proficiency in working with financial systems and consolidating data from multiple sources

Job Responsibility

Lead core month-end close activities and help deliver preliminary financial results on an accelerated reporting timeline
Prepare accurate monthly financial reporting packages, including support for financial statements and consolidated results across several operating sites
Assemble and refine reporting materials used by plant leadership, controllers, and executive stakeholders, including content for board-level presentations
Consolidate data from multiple entities and plant locations, ensuring financial information is organized, reliable, and ready for leadership review
Support accounting and financial oversight related to plant closure activities, partnering with stakeholders to address limited ongoing operational activity
Provide analytical support within a manufacturing environment, including guidance around standard costing and plant-level financial performance
Assist in separating and structuring financial reporting across distinct business entities as organizational needs evolve
Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve reporting issues, clarify financial data, and improve the usability of information for decision-making

What we offer

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

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial pla...

Location

United States , Rome

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong experience in financial analysis within a manufacturing or product-based business environment
Demonstrated ability to build financial models and interpret results for business planning and decision support
Proven background in variance analysis, including identifying trends and explaining performance gaps
Hands-on experience with ad hoc financial analysis in response to changing business priorities
Knowledge of customer pricing, market pricing, and pricing model development
Understanding of product costing principles and their impact on profitability
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for advanced financial analysis and reporting

Job Responsibility

Develop financial models that support budgeting, forecasting, profitability assessments, and strategic business planning
Examine operating results and identify key drivers behind variances in revenue, cost, and margin performance
Perform detailed ad hoc analysis to address business questions and provide timely recommendations to leadership
Evaluate customer and market pricing structures to support competitive positioning and revenue optimization
Create and maintain pricing models that align product value, cost considerations, and business objectives
Analyze product costing data to improve margin visibility and support informed pricing and production decisions
Prepare financial reports and presentations that clearly communicate trends, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders
Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and strengthen financial accuracy
Utilize tools such as SYSPRO and Microsoft Excel to organize data, streamline analysis, and deliver actionable financial insights

What we offer

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

Fulltime

Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support program finan...

Location

United States , Carlsbad

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in financial analysis within a program-based, engineering, or highly technical business environment
Strong capability in financial modeling, forecasting, and estimate development for complex projects or portfolios
Demonstrated skill in variance analysis and the ability to explain financial performance drivers clearly to business partners
Proficiency in ad hoc analysis and data mining techniques to extract insights from large or detailed datasets
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence decisions through clear financial recommendations
Advanced attention to detail with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Lead the preparation and ongoing refinement of estimates at completion by evaluating incurred costs and building forward-looking, time-phased cost projections
Assess program financial results against plans and forecasts, then communicate key drivers, trends, and variances to stakeholders in a timely manner
Partner with teams across program management, supply chain, accounting, operations, and engineering to support execution, resolve financial issues, and improve decision-making
Establish and maintain program cost baselines that align budget expectations with schedule performance across multiple programs
Produce recurring and on-demand financial reports using available data sources to support internal reviews and external reporting needs
Identify financial risks and favorable opportunities, recommend response strategies, and help drive actions that improve program outcomes
Support annual operating plans and forecast cycles by developing revenue, margin, and cost assumptions grounded in program data
Contribute financial expertise during proposal activity, audit support, fact-finding exercises, and negotiation preparation as needed
Provide guidance to less experienced analysts through work review, knowledge sharing, and coaching on financial practices and procedures

What we offer

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

Fulltime

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