Cost Control Analyst

Supermicro

. Manage workload for multiple departments across functions .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $78,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost calculation and analysis, project management, and financial forecasting, with a strong focus on optimizing business models and cost structures. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams to drive efficiency improvements and manage budgets effectively.

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Cost Calculation/AnalysisProject ManagementFinancial ForecastingInternational Cost AccountingBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Cost AnalysisBudget ManagementProject Cost ReportingStandard Cost PreparationCost Reduction PlanningContract AdministrationFinancial AnalysisExpenditure Trend AnalysisForecasting GuidanceCost Versus Capital Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTime ManagementPrioritization AbilitiesMulti-TaskingCross-Functional Coordination

Tools & Technologies

PC HardwareServer HardwareAutomated Standard-Cost System

Industry Keywords

Cost AccountingFinancial ReportingProject Variance AnalysisSales CoordinationOperations Optimization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage workload for multiple departments across functions
Forecast, control, and report project costs
Develop and provide project variances, expenditure trends and analyses, and completion reports
Provide forecasting guidance and projections for assigned projects
Perform overhead, contract administration, and budget management processes, including monthly preparation and presentation
Assist customers with cost-versus-capital decision-making
Prepare or review complex standard costs for motherboards, chassis, and server systems
Drive efficiency improvements and cost reduction plans
Oversee product cost development for components, systems, and modules
Coordinate internal resources to create an automated standard-cost system and database
Work closely with internal teams and Sales to provide accurate pricing and achieve optimal deal pricing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field required
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 2 years of increasingly related experience in cost calculation/analysis system applications
Minimum of 1 year of experience in International Cost accounting/Purchasing preferred
3 years of management experience preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Time management and prioritization abilities
Experience coordinating with Sales, Operations, Purchasing and Logistics to optimize business model and cost structure
PC or Server Hardware experience and knowledge
Ability to multi-task and cross function between Administrative, Operations and Sales/Client contract

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Potential bonus compensation
Equity award program participation may be available