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Cost Analyst

Beacon Hill
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/20/2026

Cost Analyst

Calling all Cost Analysts!! Our client, located in the Raleigh area, is searching for a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Analyst to join their growing team on a direct-hire basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with both accounting and operations leadership in a highly visible role supporting financial performance and operational decision-making.

While working as the Cost Analyst, you will partner with accounting, operations, and leadership teams while overseeing responsibilities including:

Maintaining and analyzing the cost accounting system including inventory valuation, cost drivers, and standard vs. actual cost reporting
Reviewing daily production, inventory, and operational reporting to validate financial activity
Managing WIP analysis and revenue recognition processes
Preparing budgets, forecasts, month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Performing detailed cost analysis related to labor, raw materials, maintenance, utilities, depreciation, and other operational drivers
Conducting profitability analysis, pricing analysis, and financial modeling to support operational and leadership decisions
Supporting capital project analysis including ROI calculations, payback analysis, and capital expenditure planning
Planning and reconciling physical inventory counts while ensuring accuracy and integrity of inventory costing
Partnering with operations and contracting teams to evaluate bid performance and operational profitability
Identifying process improvement opportunities through plant/site visits, operational audits, and cross-functional collaboration
Various related duties and projects as needed

This is an incredible opportunity with a stable and growing company offering strong visibility across finance and operations. The role provides the opportunity to directly impact profitability, reporting accuracy, and strategic business decisions.

To be considered for this specific position you would need to have:

3 years of experience in cost accounting, cost analysis, or operational finance
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience with inventory accounting, WIP analysis, and revenue recognition
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data
ERP system experience and intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
Experience within manufacturing, construction materials, heavy industry, or similar operational environments is preferred

Please apply! We offer exceptional benefits; we call you back and we have many more positions coming in every day. Tell your friends!

Desired Skills and Experience

Cost Analyst

Calling all Cost Analysts!! Our client, located in the Raleigh area, is searching for a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Analyst to join their growing team on a direct-hire basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with both accounting and operations leadership in a highly visible role supporting financial performance and operational decision-making.

While working as the Cost Analyst, you will partner with accounting, operations, and leadership teams while overseeing responsibilities including:

Maintaining and analyzing the cost accounting system including inventory valuation, cost drivers, and standard vs. actual cost reporting
Reviewing daily production, inventory, and operational reporting to validate financial activity
Managing WIP analysis and revenue recognition processes
Preparing budgets, forecasts, month-end close activities, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Performing detailed cost analysis related to labor, raw materials, maintenance, utilities, depreciation, and other operational drivers
Conducting profitability analysis, pricing analysis, and financial modeling to support operational and leadership decisions
Supporting capital project analysis including ROI calculations, payback analysis, and capital expenditure planning
Planning and reconciling physical inventory counts while ensuring accuracy and integrity of inventory costing
Partnering with operations and contracting teams to evaluate bid performance and operational profitability
Identifying process improvement opportunities through plant/site visits, operational audits, and cross-functional collaboration
Various related duties and projects as needed

This is an incredible opportunity with a stable and growing company offering strong visibility across finance and operations. The role provides the opportunity to directly impact profitability, reporting accuracy, and strategic business decisions.

To be considered for this specific position you would need to have:

3 years of experience in cost accounting, cost analysis, or operational finance
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience with inventory accounting, WIP analysis, and revenue recognition
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational and financial data
ERP system experience and intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
Experience within manufacturing, construction materials, heavy industry, or similar operational environments is preferred

Please apply! We offer exceptional benefits; we call you back and we have many more positions coming in every day. Tell your friends!

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.




We look forward to working with you.

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