Cost Analysis Assistant Manager

ECOPLASTIC AMERICA CORPORATION • Register, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Manager, Cost Analysis works in the Sales/Procurement department at Ecoplastic America in Register, Georgia. This is an on-site, full-time exempt role with a stated schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, subject to change based on production demands. The position leads financial closing and reporting, protects the integrity of financial and cost data, and manages the Unit Cost System and inventory reserve assessments. It analyzes manufacturing costs and variances, identifies cost-saving and operational improvement opportunities, and provides financial insights to support pricing, budgeting, and strategic decisions. The role uses SAP CO/FI, prepares financial statements, margin reports, cost models, and ad-hoc analyses, and may mentor junior team members. The company describes an opportunity to drive significant changes in Finance and make an impact across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent field.
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or sales cost management within a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with proven financial modeling expertise.
• Demonstrated proficiency in SAP, specifically the CO/FI modules.
• Strong analytical skills and robust financial acumen.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute month-end closing and reporting tasks in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor financial and cost data to safeguard its accuracy and reliability and adhere to internal standards.
• Manage and oversee the Unit Cost System and proactively assess inventory reserves.
• Review inventory valuations and recommend reserves to help ensure financial integrity.
• Identify manufacturing cost drivers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to support process enhancement and pricing strategy.
• Analyze costs across operational domains, manufacturing processes, departments, and product lines to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Analyze costs, variances, and financial reports and provide actionable insights to improve operational performance and profitability.
• Use SAP CO/FI functions to improve cost analysis, variance tracking, and reporting procedures.
• Generate financial statements and margin reports to support executive decision-making and strategic planning.
• Collaborate in and guide annual budget formulation, aligning budgets with organizational objectives and industry benchmarks.
• Develop pricing analyses and cost models to support market positioning and customer negotiations.
• Prepare ad-hoc analytical reports that provide strategic insights for targeted problem-solving.
• Carry out responsibilities in accordance with company policies and regulations.
• Mentor junior team members as needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Relocation bonus.
• Opportunity to drive significant changes in Finance and make an impact across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager