Troy, MI
Product Costing Analyst – Automotive Industry
Product Costing Analyst – Automotive Industry
FPC of Farmington Hills
FPC of Farmington Hills
Do you have a passion for financial analysis and a keen eye for detail? Are you excited about the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing? If so, this role is for you!
We are seeking a highly motivated Product Costing Analyst to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a critical role in supporting our financial operations and ensuring the profitability of our product lines.
What you'll do:
- Analyze financial data to identify trends and cost drivers across revenues, expenses, and administrative activities.
- Prepare insightful financial reports that inform strategic decision-making.
- Develop and present business cases to support new initiatives.
- Guide colleagues on best practices for accurate financial planning.
- Explain variances in financial performance and their impact on profitability at key project milestones.
- Deep dive into all aspects of manufacturing costs, including materials, processes, and overhead.
- Provide recommendations to Sales and Program Management teams to optimize cost-effectiveness.
- Conduct "Make or Buy" analyses to determine the most cost-efficient production strategy for components.
- Generate reports and analyze profitability for individual product lines.
- Support Sales and Program Management with ad-hoc financial requests.
- Champion the use and integration of SAP modules (CO, PS, SD, BW, SAC) in cost analysis processes.
- Assist and advise on Project Controlling and Investment Controlling (CapEx) matters.
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor's degree from an AACSB-accredited business school (Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred).
- 5-8 years of experience in product costing within a manufacturing environment.
- Technical knowledge and experience in the automotive industry, particularly production processes.
- Proficiency in SAP modules (CO, PS, SD, BW, SAC) a strong plus.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills to clearly convey financial data and insights.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams, both regionally and internationally.
- Solid understanding of accounting and controlling principles, concepts, and practices.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
Ready to join a dynamic team and make a real impact on our business' We look forward to hearing from you!