Cost Analyst

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Caseyville, IL, USA
In-Office
57K-97K Annually
Junior
Food • Manufacturing
The Role
The Cost Analyst prepares production cost reports, assists with budgeting, supports self-audit programs, and provides financial insights for operational performance.
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Job Details:

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Cost Analyst! 
Summary:
The Cost Analyst is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost analysis for the plant. This position prepares daily, weekly, and monthly production cost reports, assists with budgeting and forecasting, and supports plant leadership with financial insights that drive operational performance. The role also ensures compliance with Tyson Foods’ accounting policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly production cost reports.
  • Support the plant self-audit program, including fixed asset and inventory reviews.
  • Assist with annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Serve as backup for payroll processing and controller-related weekly tasks.
  • Review financial data and explain spending and cost variances.
  • Develop and maintain spreadsheets and reports for management and ad-hoc requests.
  • Support cost savings and efficiency projects through data analysis.
  • Maintain accurate standard costing, including bills of materials (BOMs) and production standards.
  • Participate in month-end close, financial forecasts, and annual planning.
  • Provide cost estimates and financial analysis for new products and process improvements.
  • Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Education:  Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or another related field required. Combination of work experience and education may be considered.
  • Experience: At least 2 years of Cost Accounting and/or finance experience in a manufacturing/production environment. Knowledgeable in the areas of GAAP, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Payroll, and SOX. 
  • Computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of SAP ERP systems.
  • Special skills: Strong leadership and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt to new working environments.
  • Position Specific Requirements: Must reside in the United States to be considered. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

$57,000.00 - $97,000.00

Incentives:

Annual Incentive Plan:

Yes

Long-Term Incentive Plan:

No

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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The Company
HQ: Springdale, AR
24,043 Employees
Year Founded: 1935

What We Do

World's largest processor and marketer of protein food products. We think differently and we act boldly. At Tyson Foods, we're not only ready for tomorrow, we’re leading the way. We are a company of people engaged in the production of food, seeking to pursue truth and integrity, and committed to creating value for our shareholders, our customers, our team members, and our communities. We built our name on providing generations of families with wholesome, great-tasting chicken. But today’s Tyson Foods is so much more. As values and behaviors around food have changed, so have we. Today, we’re innovators uniquely positioned to reshape what it means to feed our world. Today, we not only have the fastest growing portfolio of protein-centric brands, we offer greater transparency into everything we do.

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