Our company culture is built upon YKK’s philosophy called the CYCLE OF GOODNESS™. We believe that providing value and being fair to our customers and our employees is what makes us a successful company in return. Guided by our core values and fundamental behaviors, we strive to foster a caring company, committed employees and challenging work that benefits our employees, customers, and communities. We offer competitive compensation packages, training and advancement opportunities. YKK AP America provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide the security they need to enjoy life at home and at work. By providing a high level of benefit coverage at a reasonable cost to the employee, we hope to foster a long and productive employment relationship. **Position Summary** The Senior Cost Accounting Cost Analyst role is critical in developing and maintaining accurate cost standards, analyzing manufacturing variances, and providing strategic insights that support operations, profitability, and continuous improvement initiatives. **Essential Functions and Key Responsibilities** Standard Cost Development & Maintenance + Establish, update, and monitor standard costs for all manufactured products, including materials, labor, and overhead. + Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement to ensure accurate and timely updates to cost standards based on design and process changes. + Support the Sales Team quoting activities and new product development initiatives. Cost Variance Analysis + Analyze manufacturing cost variances and provide root cause analysis and actionable recommendations. + Monitor inventory valuations and reconcile cost differences between standard and actual financial data. + Meet regularly with Operations to review performance and provide guidance and insight to improve results. Financial Reporting & Analysis + Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings with detailed cost accounting reports and streamline administrative processes. + Prepare and present insightful financial and operational performance metrics to support strategic decision-making including capital project analyses. + Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes related to cost of goods sold and manufacturing operations. + Track Manufacturing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and provide guidance and interpretation. Compliance & Internal Controls + Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies. + Assist with process documentation, policy review, and updates. + Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts. + Owner of inventory valuation. + Review accounting records for accuracy and completeness. Continuous Improvement and Operational Support + Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. + Contribute to operational excellence initiatives by providing cost impact analyses **Education / Experience:** + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus) + 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with custom or engineered-to-order products. **Qualifications and Skill Requirements** + Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting. + Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills. + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders. + Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and a commitment to meeting deadlines **Recruiter Contact:** **ASHLEY LITTLE** ASHLEYLITTLE@YKKAP.COM YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce. YKK AP America Inc. will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) . YKK AP America Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can follow the process outlined below when applying for a position: Provide your name and contact information to YKK AP America Inc.'s Accommodations team at accommodationrequest@ykkap.com (accommodationrequest@apple.com) . Your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis in compliance with federal and state law. Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is conditioned upon successfully completing a criminal background check, and a negative drug test for the presence of illegal drugs post-offer, consistent with state and federal law. **For candidates applying for positions in the state of California** YKK AP America Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/) , San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance (https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/OLSE.html) , San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (https://www.sf.gov/information--fair-chance-ordinance) , City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (https://lacounty.gov/muas) , and any other state of federal law as required. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a criminal background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. 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