• Morgantown, PA
  • Autofill and Review
4 days ago

Job Description

Cost Analyst

Turn Operational Data Into Strategic Advantage!

Location: Morgantown, PA

How You Will Make an Impact?

Turn financial insights into business impact! As a Cost Analyst, youll partner with manufacturing and service teams to drive cost efficiency, uncover trends, and deliver actionable insights. From cost analysis and work-order reviews to financial reporting and month-end close, youll help ensure accuracy, identify opportunities, and support smarter business decisions.

What Will Your "Day to Day" Look Like?

  • Compare work-order materials against standards to verify activity and coordinate BOM changes where required
  • Analyze actual manufacturing costs against standard/budget; research and explain variances; report this information as required; highlight issues for management actions
  • Review management accounting activity to ensure compliance finance policies and procedures
  • Prepare, review and provide analytical analysis on management reporting
  • Support Controller's efforts for implementing and maintaining internal controls
  • Participate in budget development, physical inventories, and other plant activities
  • Perform ad-hoc product/plant cost analysis to support the operations
  • Travel to the plants as necessary to train on processes and audit physical inventories (particularly during fourth quarter)

Sought After Credentials

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required
  • 3+ years in a manufacturing accounting position
  • Ability to support cross-functional plant management team
  • Proven ability to prioritize objectives and duties
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Sound planning and organizational skills
  • High level of proficiency using Excel preferred
  • Willingness to travel up to 15%

You Must Be Able to

  • Working in an office environment in a seated position a minimum of eight hours per day is required. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.

Why Morgan? Because You Deserve the Best:

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all - and we do it with passion and precision.

See our story: A History of Morgan

We offer:

  • Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)- your health matters
  • 401(k) with company match - because your future matters
  • Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
  • Paid holidays and vacation time - we know balance is key
  • Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear- because we care about your safety

Join a team where your impact is real, your growth is limitless, and your work fuels the future of transportation.

What Drives Us at Morgan:

At Morgan Truck Body, our shared values aren't just words on a wall - they're the heart of everything we do. They fuel our success, shape our culture, and guide how we show up for each other, our customers, and the future of transportation.

We Celebrate People

recognize and value the individuals behind the build - the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day.

We Lead with Integrity

Doing the right thing isn't optional - it's how we operate, always. Honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision.

We Deliver Results

We show up, step up, and get it done. Our commitment to performance means exceeding expectations and raising the bar - for ourselves and our customers.

We Work with Passion

We love what we build - and it shows. From the factory floor to the front office, we bring energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors.

Ready to rev up your career? Check out our Careers Page and discover what Morgan Truck Body can do for you!

At Morgan Truck Body, part of the J.B. Poindexter & Co. family, we're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind - regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This commitment applies to every part of your journey with us - from hiring and promotions to compensation, training, and beyond.

Diversity drives innovation. Inclusion fuels our strength. At Morgan, everyone belongs.

#LI-JK1

Numbers & Facts

LocationMorgantown, PA
IndustryManufacturing - Other
Company Size5,000 to 9,999 employees
Websitehttps://jbpoindexter.com/

About Company

JB Poindexter & Co (JBPCO) initially began as an investment partnership with John B. Poindexter and fellow partners, whose goals evolved from the realization of capital gains to the achievement of long-term growth. Initial acquisitions in the manufacturing and automotive spaces would lay the foundation for an enterprise led by household names in each respective industry working together to benefit one another.

Skills

  • Accountingunmatched
  • Accounting Closeunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Bill of Materials (BOM)unmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Channel Strategiesunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cost Analysisunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Financial Policiesunmatched
  • Financial Proceduresunmatched
  • Financial Reportingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Management Accountingunmatched
  • Management Reportingunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Analysisunmatched
  • Manufacturing Costunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Physical Inventoryunmatched
  • Plant Managementunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Costingunmatched
  • Product/Service Launchunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Tuition Reimbursementunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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