Cost Analyst

Chillicothe, OH

$70,000–$80,000 Per Year

5 days ago

Job Description

Cost Analyst

Client is seeking a Cost Analyst to assist with cost accounting, inventory analysis, reconciliations, and financial reporting support during a temporary coverage assignment. Salary is $70-$80k, DOE

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Established manufacturing organization with a long-standing presence in its industry
Collaborative accounting team with strong internal support and training resources
Fast-paced environment focused on operational efficiency and continuous improvement
Opportunity to work closely with cost accounting and manufacturing operations teams as a Cost Analyst
Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing and cost accounting experience while supporting a critical business function

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COST ANALYST:

The Cost Analyst will prepare daily and weekly operational reports related to efficiency, overtime, and labor hours
The Cost Analyst will perform inventory reconciliations for major components along with balance sheet and account reconciliations
Conduct cost analysis and factor studies related to materials and production costs
Support month-end activities including journal entry preparation and other accounting support functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE COST ANALYST ROLE:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required, relevant cost accounting experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles required
Manufacturing and/or cost accounting experience is a plus, not a must

Salary is $70-$80k, DOE

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Numbers & Facts

Location	Chillicothe, OH
Industry	Financial Services
Salary	$70,000–$80,000 Per Year
Company Size	500 to 999 employees
Year Founded	1994
Website	http://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.