Cost Analyst Jobs in California

Cost Analyst jobs in California are actively in demand, with strong hiring concentration in aerospace and defense manufacturing, technology, healthcare systems, and state and local government contracting, covering openings from entry-level junior analyst through senior and principal-level roles. Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area drive the highest volume of postings, where employers like Northrop Grumman, Kaiser Permanente, and Salesforce maintain large, established cost analysis functions. The most sought-after specialties in California right now are manufacturing cost analysis, IT project costing, and government contract cost accounting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles71
Top employerNorthrop Grumman
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring26
Work type66% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Northrop Grumman
Cost Control Analyst (Level 2/3)
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Cost Control Analyst (Level 2/3)
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, California
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
$76k - $141k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Northrop Grumman
Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst
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Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, California
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
$76k - $114k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree
10,000+

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Northrop Grumman
Cost Control Analyst (Level 3/4)
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Cost Control Analyst (Level 3/4)
Northrop Grumman
San Diego, California
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
$94k - $176k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Cost Accounting/Budget Analyst
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Cost Accounting/Budget Analyst
Capital Program Management
Sacramento, California
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
$29 - $41/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Cost Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
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Cost Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
San Francisco, California
Accounting
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
$70k - $98k/yr
Master's degree in construction management
201-500

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Cost Analyst Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
15 jobs
Sacramento
7 jobs
Palmdale
6 jobs
Los Angeles
6 jobs
Irvine
5 jobs
El Segundo
5 jobs
Redondo Beach
5 jobs
Azusa
2 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs

Cost Analyst Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman30
  • GLOVIS America
    GLOVIS America4
  • CRB
    CRB3
  • AECOM
    AECOM2
  • Fluor
    Fluor2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cost analyst jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related quantitative field required
  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Costpoint strongly preferred
  • Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and cost of goods sold reporting
  • Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, financial modeling, and data validation
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation cost principles for government contract roles
  • CPA, CMA, or CCEP credential preferred for senior and government contracting positions

Cost Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cost analyst in California?

A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related field is the standard starting point for cost analyst roles in California. California does not require a state-issued license specific to cost analysis, but employers in aerospace, defense contracting, and healthcare strongly favor candidates who have earned or are pursuing a Certified Management Accountant credential through the Institute of Management Accountants. Government contract employers commonly expect familiarity with FAR cost principles before hiring.

Which companies hire cost analysts in California?

Employers hiring cost analysts in California right now include Northrop Grumman, GLOVIS America, and CRB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of defense primes, large health systems, and enterprise technology companies means cost analyst demand is spread across several distinct industries rather than dominated by a single sector.

Which California cities have the most cost analyst jobs?

San Diego, Sacramento, and Palmdale have the most cost analyst openings in California. Los Angeles anchors demand through its aerospace, entertainment, and healthcare industries, San Diego through defense contractors and biotech, and the Bay Area through enterprise technology and financial services headquarters, which means openings in smaller or suburban metros typically cluster around satellite offices of those same large employers.

Are there remote cost analyst jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many finance roles, because cost analysis is primarily desk-based work with outputs delivered in spreadsheets and reports rather than requiring physical presence. About 34% of cost analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a genuine shift in how finance teams in technology and professional services operate. Roles tied to manufacturing plants or government-secured facilities are the least likely to offer remote options.

How can I get hired as a cost analyst in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a staff accountant or financial analyst associate role at a California-based manufacturer, health system, or defense contractor, then transitioning internally once you have exposure to cost reporting. Employers like Kaiser Permanente and large aerospace primes in Southern California run finance rotational or new-grad associate programs that include cost accounting exposure. A CMA candidacy or a course in cost accounting through a California State University extension program significantly strengthens an entry-level application.

Where can I find and apply to cost analyst jobs in California?

You can find and apply to cost analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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