Cost Analyst

Cost Analyst

Description -

Description -

We are seeking a highly analytical and business-focused Financial Analyst to support HP’s Service Supply Chain (SSC) organization. This role serves as the primary financial steward and Subject Matter Expert for all operating expenses within the supported business area, with direct accountability for budget management, financial performance, and cost optimization.

The successful candidate will develop a deep understanding of all spend categories, providing oversight, insight, and guidance to ensure expenses are effectively managed and aligned with business objectives. This individual will partner closely with leaders across Customer Support (CS), SSC Operations, Finance, and regional teams to drive financial discipline, improve forecast accuracy, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure achievement of budget commitments.

The role requires a proactive and independent professional who can translate financial data into actionable business recommendations, challenge assumptions, and influence decision-making across a complex global organization. The analyst will play a critical role in identifying cost drivers, managing variances, and delivering insights that support both short-term performance and long-term strategic objectives.

This is a highly visible opportunity to make a direct business impact while collaborating across functions, leading financial discussions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across HP's Customer Support, Finance, and Supply Chain organizations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spending trends, investigate variances to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.

• Support key financial processes, including Month-End Close, Flash reporting, Budget planning, and Quarter-End Close activities.

• Leverage standardized processes, systems, and tools to ensure accuracy and consistency.

• Provide clear, concise financial commentary on variances, accruals, adjustments, and forecast changes.

• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning, forecasting, and business decision-making.

• Reconcile invoices and partner costs against forecasts, budgets, and key performance indicators.

• Proactively identify cost increases, missing charges, or potential financial risks and communicate findings to Operations and Finance leadership.

• Drive financial transparency and support informed decision-making through data-driven insights and recommendations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and cost management practices including, forecasting, trend analysis, and variance analysis.

• Capable of presenting complex information clearly and effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Innovative, agile thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across cross-functional teams.

• Sound business acumen with the ability to balance detailed analysis and strategic objectives.

• Exceptional attention to detail while maintaining focus on broader business impacts.

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work effectively with global teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and visual analytics using business intelligence and visualization tools.

• Working knowledge of supply chain operations and customer support environments preferred.

Education & Experience Recommended
• Four-year or Graduate Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
• Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in financial management, internal audit, accounting, or a related field.

Preferred Certifications
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate combines strong financial and analytical expertise with a collaborative mindset, enabling them to influence business decisions, identify opportunities for cost optimization, and support operational excellence across a complex global supply chain environment.

Disclaimer
• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Job -

Finance

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (Mexico)

Travel -

No

Relocation -

No

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - 

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