Financial Cost Analyst

Plexus • Neenah, WI

251d • $62,200 - $93,400

About The Position

The Financial Cost Analyst is responsible for advancing financial decision-making by leveraging cost analysis expertise. Committed to conducting in-depth financial evaluations, identifying areas for cost optimization, and providing strategic recommendations. They are responsible for working with the Customer Focus Team (CFT) and Financial Analyst - Business Partner to maintain customer financial transactions and processes. They are the key resource connecting activity from our manufacturing operations to financial results.

Requirements

• A minimum of an Associates Degree is required; a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business Administration is preferred.
• 1 year of related experience is required; 2 years of related experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Excel is required.
• Experience with or expertise in financial systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer financial transactions to ensure appropriate recording of activity.
• Support customer's financial month-end close process; work with corporate accounting, site management and other teams to ensure site- and customer-level financial transactions are correctly stated in accordance with Corporate Accounting policies in our results.
• Perform GPC and PPV analysis to ensure estimated cost matches production activity each reporting period and use analysis to project accurate future forecasts.
• Provide inputs to the finance and operations team to ensure appropriate communication of finance-related topics are transmitted to the customer focus team.
• Maintain an understanding of key finance-related customer contract items including payment terms, carrying costs, pricing model expectations, PO acceptance/treatment and delivery terms.
• Lead risk mitigation and cost recovery initiatives for the customer.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Opportunities for professional development
• Work-life balance perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree