Sr. Cost Analyst

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to staff a Sr. Cost Analyst position to support plant operations through cost accounting, inventory analysis, financial reporting, and budgeting activities. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate inventory valuation, product costing, month-end close processes, and operational financial analysis. This is a full-time, direct hire, fully onsite role in DeSoto, Kansas. Key Responsibilities: Establish and maintain standard costs for manufactured products Analyze manufacturing, labor, and inventory variances Support month-end close, account reconciliations, and journal entries Review and maintain BOMs and routings for new products Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost analysis Partner with operations, engineering, and purchasing teams on cost improvement initiatives Support inventory cycle counts, physical inventories, and fixed asset audits Analyze ERP and financial data to support continuous improvement projects Qualifications: 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience CMA, CPA, or MBA designation is a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr