Financial Cost Analyst

Plexus • Neenah, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Cost Analyst is responsible for advancing financial decision-making by leveraging cost analysis expertise. Committed to conducting in-depth financial evaluations, identifying areas for cost optimization, and providing strategic recommendations. They are responsible for working with the Customer Focus Team (CFT) and Financial Analyst – Business Partner to maintain customer financial transactions and processes. They are the key resource connecting activity from our manufacturing operations to financial results.

Requirements

• A minimum of a(n) Associates Degree is required; a(n) Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business Administration is preferred
• 1 years of related experience is required; 2 years of related experience is preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key job accountabilities may be considered.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Excel is required.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills are essential.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or expertise in financial systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer financial transactions to ensure appropriate recording of activity.
• For processes managed by the centralized regional team, maintain a working knowledge of disposition of financial transactions to support customer-specific activities.
• Support customer’s financial month-end close process; work with corporate accounting, site management and other teams to ensure site- and customer-level financial transactions are correctly stated in accordance with Corporate Accounting policies in our results.
• Perform GPC and PPV analysis to ensure estimated cost matches production activity each reporting period and use analysis to project accurate future forecasts.
• Provide inputs to the finance and operations team to ensure appropriate communication of finance-related topics are transmitted to the customer focus team.
• Maintain an understanding of key finance-related customer contract items (Contract Field Guide) including payment terms, carrying costs, pricing model expectations, PO acceptance/treatment and delivery terms.
• Lead risk mitigation and cost recovery initiatives for the customer.

Benefits

• Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development.
• We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree