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Senior Cost Analyst

Senior Cost Analyst

LamonsHouston, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Note :

  • This position is being recruited directly by Lamons.
  • We are not accepting agency referrals at this time.
  • Job Summary The Senior Cost Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on the company’s cost structures to support strategic decision-making.
  • This role will partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate manufacturing costs, identify trends, and provide recommendations that drive profitability and efficiency.
  • The Senior Cost Analyst will play a key role in developing cost models, supporting budgeting processes, and improving cost control measures across the organization.
  • Job Duties and Responsibilities  Maintain and reconcile the fixed assets sub-ledger, including additions, disposals, transfers, and monthly depreciation for domestic and foreign subsidiaries.
  • Manage the Request for Appropriation (RFA) process, ensuring compliance with requirements, tracking capital asset purchases, and providing cost / savings justifications.
  • Coordinate and conduct fixed asset physical inventories globally, reconciling results and supporting accurate reporting.
  • Partner with the Financial Leadership to evaluate the accounting treatment of new lease arrangements.
  • Prepare recurring reports such as the open purchase order report, fixed asset roll-forward, and future minimum lease payment schedule.
  • Analyze cost reports, variances, and profitability studies across product lines and business units.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement teams to review material, labor, overhead, vendor costs, and raw material trends.
  • Provide insights to support pricing, inventory valuation, margin improvement initiatives, and cost reduction opportunities.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close processes with accurate cost-related data.
  • Enhance cost accounting support globally by building relationships with branch teams and improving reporting processes.
  • Coordinate with Operations on inventory cycle counts and physical inventories, including audits and root cause analysis.
  • Monitor key cost drivers and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership through clear, actionable reports or presentations.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Job Specifications Skills Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent preferred).
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to work with personnel at various levels of management.

Education Required :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field.
  • Preferred :

  • CPA, CMA, or MBA.
  • Work Experience Required :

  • 3 years of experience in cost analysis or financial analysis preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Preferred :

  • Experience with SAGE.
  • Preferred :

  • Experience with ERP systems.
  • Preferred :

  • Experience with Infor Syteline.
  • Physical Requirements High stress tolerance with a highly developed sense of urgency.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Benefits PTO - Vacation and Sick time 11 Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance Powered by JazzHR
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