Cost Analyst / Cost Manager

General Information

Req #

WD00097882

Career area:

Engineering

Country/Region:

United States of America

State:

North Carolina

City:

Whitsett

Date:

Friday, May 1, 2026

Working time:

Full-time

Additional Locations :
* United States of America - North Carolina - Whitsett

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Description and Requirements

Cost Analyst / Cost ManagerJob Type: Full-TimePosition Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Analyst / Cost Manager to support financial planning, cost control, and performance analysis across projects and operations. This role will partner cross-functionally to ensure budget adherence, deliver actionable financial insights, and drive cost optimization strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  Develop, manage, and maintain project and operational budgets. Drive accurate forecasting to support business planning and financial performance.

• Cost Monitoring & Variance Analysis:
  Track actual expenditures against budget forecasts, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to maintain financial discipline.

• Financial Reporting:
  Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports, including cash flow forecasts, variance reports, and KPI dashboards for leadership and stakeholders.

• Cost Optimization:
  Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to improve efficiency and maximize ROI across operations and projects.

• Invoice & Vendor Management:
  Reconcile purchase orders, contracts, and vendor invoices to ensure accurate financial recording and compliance with company policies.

• Change Control:
  Manage budget changes, assess financial impacts, and maintain proper documentation and governance throughout project lifecycles.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Partner with business leaders, finance teams, and vendors to provide financial insights and support decision-making.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related exprience
• 3+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial planning, or project accounting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial software
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale projects or operational cost management
• Strong financial modeling and data visualization skills
• Familiarity with KPI reporting and dashboard tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience with contract and vendor financial management
• Knowledge of cost control processes and change management frameworks

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations :
* United States of America - North Carolina - Whitsett

* United States of America

* United States of America - North Carolina

* United States of America - North Carolina - Whitsett