Department: Finance
Location: Stamford, CT USA
Posted: 2011-06-29
Requisition Number: finance-110629-costanalyst

1 opening
Full-time (exempt)

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• Cost estimating and analysis for items migrating to turnkey, (External Manufactured)
• Developing cost models for all new products launching within a directed turnkey environment.
• Developing and validating cost estimates.
• Developing standard costs for all turnkey items
• Working with Sourcing and External Manufacturing groups to develop and validate spending and savings programs
• Documenting results and methodology.
• Preparing monthly cost analysis for LY vs. TY.
• Implementing and maintaining database on Excel/Database to track financial cost data.
• Investigating cost/margin improvement options.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in Supply Chain, Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years financial cost analysis experience within the consumer goods industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills a must.
• Hyperion and or Business Objects system experience a plus.
• Understanding and Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley - 404
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required for interaction with all levels including senior management.
• Must be proactive and able to perform requirements of position with minimal supervision.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work extended hours during month, quarter, and year-end financial closings and budget planning.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree

Closing Date: Closed on 2011-10-07

Contact:
E-mail: Stamford.Positions@elizabetharden.com

DFW/EOE/AA