Manufacturing Cost Analyst

The company built on breakthroughs. ​  
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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

Come break through with us.  

Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

Role Purpose

The Manufacturing Cost Analyst is responsible for supporting the Plant Controller in the timely and accurate completion of finance and accounting deliverables. This role also partners closely with plant operations leadership to analyze manufacturing and cost data, provide financial insights, and support informed business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial close process, including analyzing actual results and assisting with monthly reporting requirements
• Assist the Plant Controller with finance and accounting activities such as fixed asset tracking, inventory valuation, product costing, period-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and asset and liability control
• Support the annual budget and forecasting process, including analysis of capital investments using return metrics such as ROI, IRR, and payback
• Partner with plant personnel to identify, track, and quantify cost reduction opportunities and support ongoing maintenance of plant cost accounting systems
• Perform inventory analysis and support inventory control processes, capital investment tracking, and manufacturing variance analysis and reporting
• Help maintain internal controls and support compliance with local regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, U.S. GAAP, and corporate accounting policies
• Assist with documentation and reporting needs related to audits, tax, and insurance filings
• Contribute financial analysis and operational insight to support plant leadership and business performance improvement initiatives

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related technical field required
• Approximately 3+ years of manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or related analytical experience preferred
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, as well as experience with general ledger systems and forecasting tools
• Experience with PeopleSoft, SAP, Khalix, or similar systems preferred
• Exposure to Performance Excellence, Six Sigma, or lean manufacturing processes is a plus

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $67,342.00 - $92,595.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

A job that shapes a life.  

Corning offers you the total package.  

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.  
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. 

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at View email address on corningjobs.corning.com .