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Cost Analyst

AnalystAnalystFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200H1B SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

Texas

Posted

58 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishPython

Job Description

• Provide timely, accurate financial insights to support strategic and operational decision-making • Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking • Analyze production costs, labor, materials and overhead to find inefficiencies and variances • Build and maintain financial reports to support business planning and investment decisions • Analyze historical performance, conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and recommend improvements • Develop and enhance decision-support tools, including standard and ad-hoc reports, dashboards, and performance metrics • Conduct market research and data analysis to deliver actionable business intelligence • Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and analytical capabilities

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field
CPA preferred
5+ years of experience in business finance
3+ years in a cost analyst or similar analytical role preferred
Combination of public accounting and industry experience highly preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP required
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
Exceptional Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, SUMIF/SUMIFS, etc.)
1-3 years’ experience with programming languages such as Mathematica, Python, R, etc.
Experience with accounting and financial systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

EEO Statement: Emerald Cloud Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.