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Aston Carter Financial Analyst/Cost Accountant II in Greenfield, Indiana
Job Title: Financial Analyst/Cost Accountant IIJob Description
We are seeking a Financial Analyst/Cost Accountant II to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activities such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor. You will analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services provided to determine their effects on cost. Additionally, you will analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
Responsibilities
Plan, study, and collect data to determine costs of business activities such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor.
Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services provided to determine effects on cost.
Analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
Record cost information for use in controlling expenditures.
Analyze audits of costs and prepare reports.
Make estimates of new and proposed product costs.
Prepare quotations for the cost of large projects and perform analysis post close-out.
Provide management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
Maintain the Cost Accounting System.
Assist with inventory valuation and reporting, including physical inventory and cycle count program and excess and obsolescence analysis.
Assist with month-end close of the General Ledger.
Develop and maintain a standardized reporting database used for internal performance reporting.
Prepare internal monthly performance charts and external Monthly Performance Review (MPR) charts.
Reconcile finished goods inventories.
Compile project costs and analyze variances.
Travel to manufacturing facilities on an as-needed basis.
Essential Skills
3-5 years of experience in financial analysis (pricing analysis) or cost accounting.
Experience in the manufacturing industry.
Experience managing own projects/processes.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and queries.
Proven longevity and tenure in previous roles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to work alongside engineers, sales, purchasing, master data, and factory teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Work Environment
You will work in a dynamic and collaborative environment alongside engineers, sales, purchasing, master data, and factory teams. The work schedule is flexible with hours ranging from 7-4, 8-5, or 9-6, and includes a Friday Flex day. Training will be provided with a one-month learning curve. The team is small, offering significant room for growth and the opportunity to create new roles. The company values everyone's voice and encourages bringing new ideas to the table. Although there is currently no bonus in compensation, this is being worked on.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $41.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Greenfield,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.