Cost Analyst

Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role

Xylem seeks a Cost Analyst for Colorado Springs manufacturing facility. The individual in this position will be responsible for analyzing cost information related to labor, inventory, and operational expenses, while collaborating with multiple departments to provide effective cost tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and collect cost data associated with labor, production variances, inventory, efficiency, Travel/Entertainment Exp, indirect materials, and other organizational expenses
• Assist in preparing budget and forecasting reports
• Support the month-end closing process, including preparing journal entries
• Assist with annual and ad-hoc standard cost rolls
• Maintain and manage fixed assets and submit capital expenditure requests
• Reconcile inventory accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity
• Provide documentation for audit compliance and requests
• Ensure SOX compliance controls are being met
• Collaborate with various departments to educate and deliver cost tracking tools
• Assist in driving process improvements
• Help measure key metrics as established by the business segment
• Assist with other activities as requested
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and/or work experience
• 3-5 years of financial analysis experience
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Extensive working knowledge of ERP systems required
• SAP experience preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software in a highly complex environment; Intermediate to expert level Excel skills required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving, quality assurance, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic team environment
• Self-motivated
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy and quality in work
  
  

Salary Range

$63,600.00 - $101,800.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

 

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation