Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Description Job Summary: The Senior Cost Analyst will support the Controller in all aspects of inventory accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, and collaboration with Purchasing while providing guidance and support to the Inventory team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate inventory valuation, timely financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP while partnering with finance and operational leaders to improve processes, reporting, and decision-making.
Job Responsibilities: - Own cost accounting processes, including standard costing, inventory reporting, variance analysis, and month-end close activities.
- Analyze product costs, labor, material usage, overhead, and production variances to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory usage analysis and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting.
- Review inventory transactions, cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory valuation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Partner closely with Purchasing to reconcile received and billed inventory and resolve discrepancies.
- Collaborate with laboratory and operations leadership to explain financial results, improve cost visibility, and support informed business decisions.
- Prepare accurate and meaningful reporting on inventory movement, purchasing trends, and product costs.
- Assist with monthly account reconciliations, financial analysis, and audit support.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
- Participate in cross-functional projects supporting business growth, including ERP optimization, reporting automation, and process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Experience in cost accounting, inventory accounting, manufacturing accounting, or financial analysis preferred.
- Public accounting experience is a plus.
- Experience as an FP&A Analyst or supporting financial planning and analysis is a plus.
- CPA designation or CPA candidate is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience using ERP systems.
- Experience with NetSuite and Fishbowl is preferred.
- Experience in healthcare, laboratory, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries is preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
This position is currently accepting applications. 
