Cost/Financial Analyst

Cost/Financial Analyst Manufacturer of Electronic Components Lake Forest, CA Job Details Full-time $22 - $27 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Teamwork Spreadsheets Presentations for conferences or internal meetings ERP systems Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Cross-functional communication Excel data analysis Full Job Description Pricing Analyst / Cost Analyst (Temp-to-Hire)

Location:

Lake Forest, CA 92630 (In-person)

Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Job Type:

Full-time (Temp-to-Permanent) Please note this is an onsite position based in Lake Forest, California. We are unable to offer relocation assistance at this time. Please confirm that your current location is accurately listed on your resume or profile before submitting your application. Position Overview We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Pricing Analyst / Cost Analyst to support data-driven pricing decisions across our organization. This role focuses on cost analysis, market benchmarking, and pricing strategy to help optimize margins and maintain competitiveness. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, experience working with large data sets, and the ability to translate financial and market data into actionable business insights. Key Responsibilities Cost & Price Analysis Analyze historical pricing, customer trends, and internal cost data Identify cost variances, pricing trends, and margin improvement opportunities Evaluate product cost structures to support accurate and competitive pricing Market & Competitive Benchmarking Research and maintain market and competitor pricing data Benchmark similar products against industry standards and competitor pricing Support pricing strategies aligned with market conditions and customer expectations Financial & Data Insights Apply accounting and financial principles to interpret cost and pricing models Ensure consistency and accuracy in cost allocation and pricing methodologies Work with large data sets to uncover trends and insights Reporting & Cross-Functional Support Prepare clear, data-driven reports and pricing recommendations Partner with Sales, Finance, and Operations to support business decisions Present findings in a structured and easy-to-understand format Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field 2+ years of experience in cost analysis, pricing analysis, or financial analysis Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, formulas, reporting) Experience with ERP systems is a plus Ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly Excellent communication and collaboration skills High attention to detail and data accuracy Preferred Qualifications Background in manufacturing, distribution, or product-based industries Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Additional Information Must be able to commute to Lake Forest, CA Work location: In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour Application Question(s): Please describe your experience with preparing and analyzing cost reports. Are you located within 30 minutes driving distance from Lake Forest, CA 92630?

Work Location:

In person