Cost Analyst

Job description

In this role, you will lead the monthly financial close review, analyze actuals against forecasts and prior periods, and identify key drivers and variances You will produce clear, timely variance analyses and maintain financial models to support ongoing performance evaluation

• Prepare and deliver concise presentations to senior management highlighting financial performance, risks, and opportunities You will manage the monthly forecasting process, ensure timelines are met, and coordinate with regional teams to gather and validate data
• Build and maintain cost models to track performance against forecasts, prior results, and operating plans
• Coordinate the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions across cost centers and plants You will partner with cost center leaders to develop budgets and analyze financial trends to support decision-making.

Conduct ad hoc analyses on operational trends (headcount, fixed costs, work order spend) and support development of reporting tools and user training in JD Edwards and OBIEE You will manage the purchase-to-pay process