We are looking for a dedicated Credit Analyst to join our team in Greenville, South Carolina. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with manufacturing operations and contribute to cost accounting and inventory management processes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of accounting principles to support critical financial functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage monthly closing and reporting tasks, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational standards.<br>• Analyze and classify production costs, including materials, labor, and overhead expenses.<br>• Conduct variance analyses to identify discrepancies in production costs and departmental expenses.<br>• Oversee and assist with the execution of annual physical inventory processes.<br>• Reconcile cycle count variances to maintain accurate inventory records.<br>• Provide support for both internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting practices.<br>• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to enhance cost accounting procedures and best practices.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP, to streamline reporting and analysis.<br>• Ensure adherence to GAAP accounting standards in all financial activities.<br>• Perform additional accounting tasks as assigned to support department objectives.