<p>We are looking for a Production Cost Analyst to support a short-term contract assignment. In this role, you will evaluate production costing methods, build a practical cost model, and align key inputs with current manufacturing operations. This engagement is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can quickly assess process-based costs and deliver accurate, decision-ready analysis over an approximately two-month period.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and refine a comprehensive cost model for a custom printing environment based on current production activities and cost drivers.</p><p>• Review existing costing inputs, validate underlying assumptions, and update data to reflect present-day manufacturing workflows.</p><p>• Analyze process-related expenses, labor, materials, and overhead to improve the accuracy of product costing.</p><p>• Partner with operations and finance stakeholders to gather production information and translate it into reliable cost structures.</p><p>• Identify variances, gaps, and inconsistencies in current cost calculations and recommend practical adjustments.</p><p>• Support decision-making by preparing clear cost analysis findings, summaries, and recommendations for leadership.</p><p>• Incorporate updates to costing logic where production methods or operational steps have changed.</p><p>• Ensure the final model can be used effectively to evaluate manufacturing performance and support future pricing or planning discussions</p>
<p><strong>Get Your Foot in the Door with a Major Financial Services Leader!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you a recent college graduate looking to launch your career in the financial sector? If you hold a degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, this is your opportunity to build a strong foundation with a major financial services organization right here in Melville, NY.</p><p>This temp-to-hire role is designed to start with straightforward, foundational tasks and scale up as you learn. If you have a strong work ethic and a desire to learn, there is immense room for long-term growth and permanent advancement within the company.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do (To Start):</strong></p><ul><li>Learn the basics of financial operations through hands-on, step-by-step training.</li><li>Review, verify, and enter financial data into internal systems with high accuracy.</li><li>Assist with basic documentation, account maintenance, and routine reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to ensure daily operational deadlines are met.</li><li>Gradually take on more complex financial tasks and projects as your skills develop.</li></ul><p><br></p>