What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Analyst, Part-Time, Fixed Duration position at Polymer Technology Systems, Inc?
SUMMARY
A highly motivated and detail-oriented Cost Analyst is needed to join the finance team. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in analyzing and optimizing costs, contributing to profitability and strategic decision-making. The Cost Analyst will provide crucial financial insights and recommendations to ensure efficient resource allocation and drive the company's success.
***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PART-TIME, FIXED DURATION ROLE***
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor and analyze costs to identify trends, variances, and potential financial risks and/or cost saving opportunities
- Develop and maintain cost models to accurately reflect business operations and facilitate financial planning.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, forecasts, and presentations for management, highlighting key insights and recommendations.
- Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data, develop budgets, and monitor adherence to budgetary constraints.
- Support the preparation and analysis of cost reports to evaluate project performance and profitability
- Participate in audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience in cost analysis or a related financial role, demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- In-depth knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in financial analysis software and tools, with advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance
- Minimum 1-3 years of related work experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, handling, typing, talking, listening, requiring clear near and midrange vision in connection with performing essential functions.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: PTS Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify employer. Employment decisions for all applicants and employees will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected under local, state or federal law.
QUALITY COMMITMENT
This position requires compliance to applicable quality system and regulatory requirements. This individual adopts a “quality in everything we do” approach to all aspects of the execution of responsibilities of this position. Through vigilance, this individual remains alert to any potential compliance situations, and must report such observations to managers and the Head of Quality.
STATEMENT of OTHER DUTIES DISCLAIMER
This Job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor.
EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE
By signing this document, I agree to the conditions of employment as described in job description. I fully understand and intend to comply with these provisions and understand that failure to do so may lead to disciplinary action and/or termination from the organization.
