Senior Cost Analyst — Remote (EST)
About The Position
Ready to lead cost strategy for a growing manufacturing business and drive decisions that improve profitability? We’re hiring a Senior Cost Analyst to own product costing, standard cost systems, margin analysis, and inventory controls. This is a Remote role. Must be within Eastern Standard Time. Intermittent visits to the Duncansville, PA facility will be expected as needed (estimated 1 time per Quarter) Why this role matters: You’ll be the trusted finance partner for manufacturing operations — your insights will directly influence sourcing, production and pricing decisions. High visibility: work cross-functionally with operations, purchasing, supply chain and senior leadership to implement improvements that materially affect the bottom line. Autonomy + impact: lead key projects (PPV/VAVE, physical inventory, E&O) and build the frameworks and controls that scale with the business.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in inventory control in manufacturing.
- Strong Cost Accounting background
- Must have analytical rigor and communication skills translating data into recommendations leaders can act on
- Must have thorough understanding of ERP system (Dynamics AX/365)
- Must be able to work independently. Must be detailed, logical and accuracy oriented.
- Must be able to work as a team player.
- Must have an ability to meet deadlines.
- Must be proficient in planning, organizing and prioritizing assignments.
- Must have an ability to multitask.
- Must have Continuous improvement mindset
Nice To Haves
- CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary finance owner for inventory management & standard cost, maintaining accurate standard and actual product costs across multiple product lines and business segments
- Monitor and investigate variances between actual costs and standard costs, providing actionable insights and recommendations
- Formulate new policies and practices to enhance inventory accuracy and accountability
- Define, develop and maintain complex cost models, aggregate data for inventory valuation and provide in-depth analysis
- Develop and maintain the Excess and Obsolete Inventory model and drive action plan with cross functional teams
- Lead PPV/VAVE performance through reporting and working with the operations team to develop action plans and countermeasures
- Lead the coordination, planning and execution for the Physical Inventory
- Factory finance Liaison for all SOX Audit, Annual Audit and Physical Inventory Audit
- Establish and maintain robust financial controls within the manufacturing environment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Develop and maintain standard costs for products.
- Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelling to support strategic decision-making.
- Conduct account reconciliations and analysis and drive process improvements to remove waste
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory and cost accounting
- Implement and improve cost control tools, processes, and systems
- Special projects as required
Benefits
- Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days each year, 12 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and paid sick leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
