Ecolab is seeking a Sr. Costing Analyst to join our Finance team. The Costing Analyst plays a crucial role in analyzing and controlling organizational costs to enhance profitability and efficiency. This position involves detailed cost analysis, budgeting support, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate insights effectively.
What you will do:
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Conduct detailed cost analysis.
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Prepare reports on cost trends, variances, and other profitability metrics.
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Support annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes
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Investigate discrepancies between actual and budgeted/standard costs.
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Partner with, supply chain: procurement, logistics, manufacturing… teams to gather data and get insights
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Effectively communicate costing impacts to Divisions
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Monitor inventory valuation through the year
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Ensure adherence to internal accounting policies and SOX compliance
Minimum Qualifications:
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Business fluent in English (written and verbal)
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Bachelor’s degree in finance and / or accounting or relevant business experience
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5 Years of experience in Finance
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1 year of experience supervising others
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Ability to analyze and summarize data and draw meaningful conclusions
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Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
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Familiarity with Power BI
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Cultural awareness and sensitivity/flexibility in collaborating with people of different backgrounds
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Result oriented, proactive, and possesses a high level of integrity.
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Self-motivated, and both detail and process oriented.
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Good team player
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Can-do attitude
Preferred Qualifications:
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SAP Knowledge
