**Introduction** As a Cost Accounting Analyst at IBM, you will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of our global operations. You’ll be part of a dynamic team responsible for driving cost efficiency, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting strategic decision-making. Your insights will directly influence high-impact initiatives as IBM continues to expand its global footprint. **Your role and responsibilities** In this role, you will be expected to: * Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities * Implement risk correction strategies to ensure data integrity and compliance * Develop and present alternative solutions to minimize financial impact on product costs * Prepare and review manual journal entries with precision and accuracy * Perform account reconciliations to maintain financial consistency * Deliver timely and insightful reporting, while ensuring adherence to internal controls and audit standards **Required technical and professional expertise** We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional with the following qualifications: * Solid foundation in General Accounting principles * Expertise in Cost Methodology and its application in a global business environment * Strong understanding of Financial Procedures, controls, and compliance * Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate across international teams **Preferred technical and professional experience** Hiring manager and Recruiter should collaborate to create the relevant verbiage. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.