Senior Cost Analyst

Purpose of this Job The Senior Cost Analyst plays a critical role in supporting both Finance and Operations by delivering accurate inventory costing, insightful analysis, and continuous process improvements. This position partners closely with manufacturing and operational teams to ensure inventory costs are timely, accurate, and well‑understood, enabling informed business decisions across the organization. Key Responsibilities This is an opportunity for an experienced cost or operations finance professional who enjoys working cross‑functionally, leveraging data, and improving processes through automation and modern analytical tools. Major Activities Support maintenance and evaluation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost standards in alignment with corporate policies and production processes Analyze purchase prices, cost variances, and trends to identify drivers and improvement opportunities Assist with month‑end close activities, including journal entries and inventory reconciliation, ensuring inventory valuation is accurate and timely Analyze inventory losses and partner with operations to identify root causes Maintain inventory costing methodologies and conversion cost drivers Support data accuracy and enhancements within the ERP environment (Microsoft Dynamics 365), including expansion of reporting and system capabilities Assist with budgeting and forecasting of inventory‑related expenses Partner with Operations to support performance objectives and decision‑making Inventory Processes & Procedures Provide support in documenting internal controls, policies and procedures for inventory Assist in the validation that policies and procedures are being followed Build strong knowledge on D365 framework and needed data tangents to MES Ad‑hoc Analysis Provide reporting and analysis related to inventory, cost of goods manufactured (COGM), and cost of goods sold (COGS) Assist Operations as needed, providing analysis and insights in order to make improved business decisions Cross‑train on financial analyst duties to serve as backup as needed Key Results and Deliverables Become subject matter expert of inventory / costing function to deliver timely and accurate results Build strong, collaborative relationships with Operations and cross‑functional partners Proactively provide analysis and insight into monthly results Manage multiple priorities effectively with a consistent, high‑quality approach Demonstrate a self‑starter mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, automation, and data‑driven solutions Knowledge, Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline from an accredited college Minimum of 5 years of work experience in accounting or finance role, preferably within a manufacturing or inventory‑intensive environment Experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred Experience with Power BI and Power Automate is a plus Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel to include pivot tables, nested formulas, and advanced functions Experience with Office Scripts, VBA and/or macros is a plus Interest in applying automation, data, and AI‑enabled tools to improve efficiency and insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization Strong organizational and analytical skills Minimal out of state travel required for physical inventory observations and budget planning Benefits A no deductible, $0 premium option for employee‑only medical coverage Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit‑sharing contributions Company‑paid short- and long-term disability coverage and 2× annual salary in life and AD&D insurance Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off Paid time for volunteering and community involvement Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities Fitness and wellness incentives Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Daisy Brand