Financial Analyst (Cost)
Accounting Finance
AudubonPA Direct Hire Apr 24, 2025
Job Title: Financial Analyst (Cost)

Job Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Financial Analyst (Cost) to join our client’s team and play a critical role in evaluating product cost structures and supporting financial decisions tied to new product launches. This onsite, direct-hire position based near King of Prussia/Phoenixville, PA, serves as a liaison between the product development and accounting teams, translating technical insights into actionable financial data.

Compensation:
  • Up to $96,000/year, based on experience and qualifications

Work Schedule:
  • Full-time, Monday through Friday
  • Standard business hours

Key Responsibilities of the Financial Analyst (Cost):
  • Analyze cost and margin data for new product launches and provide actionable insights
  • Review financial elements of Market Introduction Plans and align with internal and external cost quotes
  • Collaborate with cost accountants across manufacturing sites to ensure data accuracy
  • Evaluate capital requirements for product launches and assess their financial feasibility
  • Conduct margin variance analysis and present findings to stakeholders
  • Train engineering teams on cost methodologies and financial impacts
  • Contribute to operational improvements and support special financial projects
  • Perform ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as needed

Qualifications and Skills for the Financial Analyst (Cost):
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field
  • 2+ years of finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong grasp of cost accounting principles and U.S. GAAP
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong presentation skills
  • Exceptional communication and analytical skills
  • Ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders
  • Comfortable in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
  • Confident, self-starter with a collaborative mindset

Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside senior finance leaders and make a direct impact on product innovation and financial outcomes. You’ll gain exposure to cross-departmental collaboration and have the chance to influence key business decisions in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.  

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