Cost Analyst / Financial Analyst - Manufacturing - NorthPoint Search Group

Cost Analyst
Location: Columbus, IN (commutable from Indianapolis)
Compensation: $76k annually, with a potential sign-on bonus of up to $7,500 for qualified candidates.
Relocation: Relocation package or lump sum available.

Role Focus:

• Payroll: 20%
• Accounts Payable (AP): 35%
• Inventory & Cost Analysis: 40%
• Other Duties: 5%

Key Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2. Strong experience in cost accounting.
3. Background in manufacturing cost analysis.
4. Proficiency in payroll processing.
5. Advanced skills in financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Cost Control & Analysis: Oversee cost accounting processes, ensuring accuracy in the financial operations related to manufacturing, including purchasing, production, shipping, and inventory control. Validate P&L and balance sheet accounts.
• Expense Forecasting: Prepare detailed monthly and quarterly forecasts for operating expenses and capital expenditures, assisting management with resource allocation and cost control.
• Payroll Review: Manage and process weekly payroll timecards, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Accounts Payable Management: Review and resolve discrepancies in receipts and invoices, ensuring effective AP management.
• Month-End Close & Reporting: Assist with the preparation of journal entries and reports for month-end close, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Inventory & Asset Management: Support the safeguarding of company assets through regular cycle counts, physical inventory audits, and fixed asset controls.
• Capital Expenditure Monitoring: Assist in preparing capital expenditure requests (CERs), working with project managers to evaluate investment levels and returns, and track project spending for timely project closures.
• Cost Reduction & Budgeting: Collaborate with plant and divisional teams on budgeting, cost reduction strategies, and performance assessments against financial targets.
• Expense Monitoring & Reporting: Track and report on all operational spending, providing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Utilize a "checkbook" approach to monitor expenses and achieve financial goals.
• Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives by streamlining financial processes, improving cost efficiency, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

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