Cost Analyst

Liberty Tire Recycling • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

The Business Cost Analyst is responsible for preparing internal financial reports and performing detailed cost and business analysis to support the sales and operations teams. This role also provides analytical and reporting support to Finance leadership and members of the Executive Management Team. The position plays a key role in cost management, pricing analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting within a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred)
• 2–4 years of experience in accounting, cost analysis, business analysis, or a related role
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and large data analysis
• Experience working with ERP systems and/or business intelligence and OLAP tools
• Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Positive, collaborative attitude
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs

Responsibilities

• Maintain, update, and support the company’s standard production cost model and plant absorption methodologies
• Analyze and report operating cost variances, including material, labor, and overhead
• Support annual standard cost updates and inventory revaluation processes
• Prepare and distribute weekly, biweekly, monthly, and ad hoc financial and operational reports for business unit leadership
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Prepare pricing and margin analyses to support sales leadership decision‑making
• Assist with preparation of Board of Directors presentation materials
• Assist with preparation of financial and operational presentations for banks, investors, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to gather data and ensure accurate, timely reporting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees