international-automotive-components
Cost Analyst
Job description
Position Objective
Ensure control, analysis, and optimization of operating costs through inventory tracking, budgeting, and financial forecasting, contributing to strategic business decision-making.
Main Responsibilities
- Analyze and control production and operating costs
- Prepare and monitor the annual budget
- Develop and update financial forecasts
- Analyze variances between actual costs, budget, and forecast
- Control and validate physical and accounting inventories
- Identify deviations and cost-saving opportunities
- Generate cost and financial reports for management
- Participate in monthly closings and financial analysis
- Ensure accurate inventory valuation and costing in ERP systems
- Collaborate with production, logistics, and finance teams
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience
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2–4 years in
- Cost analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Inventory control
- Manufacturing environment (preferred)
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Intermediate English
Knowledge
- Standard costing
- Budget control
- Variance analysis
- Advanced Excel
Skills
- Strong analytical mindset
- Attention to detail
- Organization
- Results-oriented
- Effective communication
