Senior Cost Analyst

Senior Cost Analyst – Virbac Animal Health is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst for our Finance Team. This position will support daily activities of the plant finance team with a focus on shop floor activity analysis and inventory‑related issues at local production facilities and 3rd party manufacturing locations. The role is based in Bridgeton, MO. Qualified candidates should have experience in the following: 2-5 years working in a Manufacturing Environment Strong Cost Accounting background ERP system familiarity – Inform M3 a plus Ability to work cross functionally to drive results Benefits include generous time off, 401k with match, life, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and more. Responsibilities Area of accountability no.1: Analysis of Shop Floor Activity Main activities: Analyze ERP transaction activity throughout the month to ensure that recorded transactions are accurate representations of actual events within the supply chain. Monitor all records of R&D, Engineering, and Validation batches to ensure all inventory transactions are executed in a timely manner. Identify and communicate to operations and finance management the existence of events that drive variances. As needed, perform additional analysis to understand the causes of variances. Prepare monthly manufacturing variance report. Distribute to operations management and lead monthly meeting that drives understanding of results. Counsel/Educate plant supervisors and production admins on accurate ERP transaction execution and the resulting impact on plant financials. Expected results: Better understanding of how shop floor activity is impacting financial results. Area of accountability no.2: Inventory Control Main activities: Perform regular reconciliations of 3rd party warehouses in conjunction with members of the planning group according to a schedule established by Plant Controller. Plan and organize the execution of annual full physical inventory count with assistance of Warehouse Manager and local finance team. Monitor inventory adjustment activity and investigate transactions that seem unreasonable. Ensure that inventory that has been driven negative is corrected in a timely manner. Ensure that Outside Contract Labor items do not carry balance. Expected results: Timely and accurate completion. Area of accountability no.3: Reporting and Month End Close Main activities: Run month end inventory reports to ensure the accuracy of the St.Louis financials. Assist with other aspects of month end close tasks. WIP Analysis and Reconciliation to the General Ledger. Key Product Batch Reporting – Manufactured/Released/Sold. Material Usage and Purchase Price Variance Reports. Engineering Batch/R&D Batch Cost Charge Out. Internal Labor Charge Out to CAPEX. Analysis. Assist with completion of monthly financial reporting package. Continually enhance reports to provide more meaningful information to management. Expected results: Timely and accurate completion. Area of accountability no.4: Cost Management and Savings Main activities: Lead efforts around ensuring organization spending execution meets Budget expectation through System Cost allocations (EPIMS). Lead and track Cost Savings opportunities—partner with Operational team to identify projects and drive execution of solutions that support savings. Expected results: Timely and accurate completion. Area of accountability no.5: Budget & Standard Cost Main activities: Partner with operations managers to establish budget for engineering batch cost. Assist in development of Estimated Costs for New Products. Work closely with Plant Controller to establish annual standard costs, focusing on reviewing BOMs for accuracy relative to recent actual material usage variances. Assist with building and validation department OpEx Budgets. Assist with preparing schedules for presentations. Expected results: Timely and accurate completion. Area of accountability no.6 Main activities: Other projects and duties as assigned. Ad-hoc analysis and projects will be assigned by management frequently requiring quick and accurate turn‑around. Audit requests and research. Group reporting initiatives including but not limited to semi‑annual sustainability reports. Understand key processes of other members of local finance team to serve as back‑up during vacation and unexpected absences. Serve as local contact for record retention of financial and order management records. Expected results: Timely and accurate completion. Skills Prior experience working with integrated ERP system (Oracle, SAP, JDE, as examples) Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment. Ability to work with limited supervision and manage work activity that may vary depending on the time of the month. Qualified candidate will be able to prioritize requests that are expected to be delivered simultaneously. Analytical Skills. Ability to question data that may seem incorrect or unreliable. IT: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Power Point. Strong proficiency in Excel. Basic knowledge of how an ERP system works. Excellent Communication Skills across Cross Functional Partners. Ability to work autonomously, while also using good judgment to understand when to seek assistance from other members of team. Composure under pressure when deadlines are approaching. Desire to step out of comfort zone while pursuing special projects. Ability to interact with members of different functional areas outside of finance. Strong Team Player. #J-18808-Ljbffr