Cost Account Analyst

Job Summary: The Cost Account Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of product costing and providing financial insights to support manufacturing operations and management decision-making. This role focuses on cost analysis, variance reporting, budgeting support, inventory management, and financial forecasting within a manufacturing environment. The position works closely with plant leadership to improve cost visibility, financial controls, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities: Ensure accuracy of product costs, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, labor rates, and overhead Analyze variances to standard cost, including purchase price, material usage, labor rate, and labor efficiency, and report findings to management Support management with financial analysis for manufacturing investment decisions, including equipment and process comparisons Maintain the standard cost system to generate accurate product costs and inventory valuations Review cost changes, identify root causes, and obtain appropriate authorization for updates Design and develop manufacturing and plant-level financial reports Analyze financial and operational data and provide actionable recommendations to management Participate in and lead regular cost and performance review meetings with plant leadership Establish and maintain financial controls to safeguard plant assets and ensure accurate financial reporting Assist with the development of budgets, manufacturing standards, and financial forecasts Review and develop budgeting requirements for manufacturing operations Conduct profitability analysis and review results with key stakeholders Perform financial analysis and support strategic and process improvement initiatives with minimal supervision Develop and maintain variable cost productivity tracking and analysis Participate in annual physical inventory processes Minimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field 3-5 years of relevant work experience Experience in a manufacturing or factory environment Strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting Experience with inventory management and cost accounting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively as a team player Ability to quickly learn and navigate complex ERP systems (Oracle experience preferred) Physical DemandsMinimal standing, walking, climbing stairs, and filing activities Prolonged use of computer systems, including keyboard and mouse Extended periods of sitting, reading, writing, speaking, and hearing Occasional travel for training purposes Exposure to typical manufacturing noise environments with appropriate safety equipment Working Place: Houston, Texas, United States Company : 2026 Jan 29th Virtual Career Fair - Stonebridge