Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical entry level Financial Analyst to join their team. This role supports financial analysis, pricing, and management reporting while also contributing to core accounting activities such as month-end close and account reconciliations. The entry level Financial Analyst will work closely with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver accurate reporting, improve margin visibility, and support data-driven business decisions. <br> Key Responsibilities Financial and Cost Analysis Assist with financial and cost analysis, including product costing, margin analysis, and variance reporting Support margin analysis across products and customers to help commercial and operations teams make informed decisions Identify key cost drivers and variances and highlight opportunities for cost optimization Pricing and Margin Support Support pricing analysis for new and existing products, including customer-specific pricing and margin review Analyze gross margin by product, customer, and channel and provide insights to support pricing strategies Assist with scenario modeling related to cost changes, volume assumptions, and pricing decisions Financial Reporting and Month-End Close Prepare recurring management and operational reports, including financial summaries, margin analysis, and key performance indicators Support month-end close activities, including balance sheet and profit and loss account reconciliations and accrual entries Research and help resolve variances between subledgers and the general ledger Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes Data Integrity and Process Improvement Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial and operational data used in analysis Support improvements to financial reporting templates, reconciliation processes, and analytical workflows Assist with ERP and EPM data extraction, reporting, and reconciliation activities Document processes and support internal and external audit requests as needed <br> If you are interested in this opportunity, please feel free to apply to this job or contact Dennis Brinkmann at 925-271-4809
<p>We’re partnering with a multi-site manufacturing organization seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support plant operations, financial reporting, and cost visibility across the business. This role sits close to both finance leadership and operations and plays a key part in driving cost accuracy and decision support.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>Own and maintain standard costing across products and production processes including bills of materials, labor, and overhead allocations</p><p>Lead annual review of standards in partnership with plant leadership to ensure accuracy and full cost absorption</p><p>Prepare and analyze cost variances across production, labor, and overhead with clear insight into drivers</p><p>Build and maintain reporting and KPI dashboards to support operational and financial decision making</p><p>Support month-end close including inventory valuation, journal entries, and reconciliations</p><p>Partner on budgeting and forecasting cycles with a focus on cost modeling and production planning</p><p>Oversee inventory controls including cycle counts, physical inventory, and variance analysis across multiple locations</p><p>Identify process improvements across reporting, systems, and internal controls</p>