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Cost Analyst roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file a PERM labor certification with the DOL, confirming no qualified U.S. workers are available. Advanced-degree candidates and those with strong credentials in cost modeling, variance analysis, or financial forecasting can strengthen an EB-2 case.
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Summary: The Cost Analyst will assist with financial support and analysis consisting of work order management, maintaining standard cost system and monthly reporting to management. The analyst will be expected to utilize technology to manipulate data to update multiple reports. In addition, the position must effectively communicate financial information to management to help assist in making future business decisions. Teamwork with peers, managers & leadership are essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Cost Analyst will be responsible for providing financial support relating to the Operations function. It is imperative that all timelines are met and that departmental objectives are achieved. The key responsibilities of the position include:
- Assist with Work Order management and variance analysis
- Provide support and analysis for cost accounting activities within financial operations area
- Perform variance analysis between actual and standard costs to assist management in decision making or other financial initiatives
- Maintain G2 ERP standard cost system
- Participate in Sarbanes Oxley 404 Audits
- Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly business review presentations
- Participate with quarterly and annual external audits
- Participate with annual Physical Inventory and year end Cost Roll activities
- Assist with preparation of monthly reports and closing journal entries as required
Required Skills:
Additional Responsibilities
- Effective communication with management and the ability to present financial information
- Continuous improvement, with emphasis on efficiency and speed are essential requirements
Specific Duties
- Work Order management and financial control
- Maintaining product standard costing
- Participate in monthly close process
- Participate in audit preparation and 404 SOX testing pertaining to cost accounting activities
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
- Skilled in big data analytics
- Experience with financially integrated ERP systems and Microsoft Office a must
- Intermediate Excel experience and proven ability to data mine
- Ability to assist in creating reports utilizing critical thinking skills
Other Skills and Abilities
- Manufacturing experience in high tech industry is a plus
- Team player – must be able to work effectively within cross-functional groups
- BS Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting with 0-2 years of Financial Analysis experience
- G2 ERP systems experience is a plus
- Cognos reporting experience is a plus
- Budget Maestro reporting experience is a plus
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE
$60,980.79 - $91,471.19
This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary: The Cost Analyst will assist with financial support and analysis consisting of work order management, maintaining standard cost system and monthly reporting to management. The analyst will be expected to utilize technology to manipulate data to update multiple reports. In addition, the position must effectively communicate financial information to management to help assist in making future business decisions. Teamwork with peers, managers & leadership are essential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Cost Analyst will be responsible for providing financial support relating to the Operations function. It is imperative that all timelines are met and that departmental objectives are achieved. The key responsibilities of the position include:
- Assist with Work Order management and variance analysis
- Provide support and analysis for cost accounting activities within financial operations area
- Perform variance analysis between actual and standard costs to assist management in decision making or other financial initiatives
- Maintain G2 ERP standard cost system
- Participate in Sarbanes Oxley 404 Audits
- Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly business review presentations
- Participate with quarterly and annual external audits
- Participate with annual Physical Inventory and year end Cost Roll activities
- Assist with preparation of monthly reports and closing journal entries as required
Required Skills:
Additional Responsibilities
- Effective communication with management and the ability to present financial information
- Continuous improvement, with emphasis on efficiency and speed are essential requirements
Specific Duties
- Work Order management and financial control
- Maintaining product standard costing
- Participate in monthly close process
- Participate in audit preparation and 404 SOX testing pertaining to cost accounting activities
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
- Skilled in big data analytics
- Experience with financially integrated ERP systems and Microsoft Office a must
- Intermediate Excel experience and proven ability to data mine
- Ability to assist in creating reports utilizing critical thinking skills
Other Skills and Abilities
- Manufacturing experience in high tech industry is a plus
- Team player – must be able to work effectively within cross-functional groups
- BS Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting with 0-2 years of Financial Analysis experience
- G2 ERP systems experience is a plus
- Cognos reporting experience is a plus
- Budget Maestro reporting experience is a plus
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
It is the policy of Axcelis to provide equal opportunity in all areas of employment for all persons free from discrimination based on race, sex, religion, age, color, national origin, disability status, medical condition (including pregnancy), veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Axcelis will provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a disabled candidate or employee to perform the essential functions of the position, unless the accommodation would create an undue hardship for the Company.
U.S. BASE SALARY RANGE
$60,980.79 - $91,471.19
This base salary range reflects the typical compensation for this role across U.S. locations.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level; individual pay is determined based on multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, work location, and internal equity. The range provides the opportunity for growth and progression as you develop within the role.
Base pay is one part of our U.S. total compensation package which includes eligibility in the Axcelis Team Incentive bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits package (for regular employees working 20+ hours a week).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Cost Analyst
Document your cost modeling credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications like CMA or CPA, and project records showing quantifiable impact on cost reduction or budget accuracy. PERM requires your employer to prove your qualifications meet the role, so documentation gaps slow the process.
Target manufacturers and defense contractors first
Industries with large cost engineering functions, such as aerospace, defense, and manufacturing, file PERM petitions for Cost Analysts regularly. These employers have established immigration infrastructure and in-house counsel familiar with the labor certification process.
Search green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter for Cost Analyst roles at employers with active PERM filing history using Migrate Mate. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process, avoiding employers who will decline once sponsorship comes up.
Understand how your degree field affects EB-2 eligibility
EB-2 requires a degree directly related to the offered position. A finance, accounting, or industrial engineering degree typically satisfies this for Cost Analyst roles, while a degree in an unrelated field may push you toward EB-3 instead.
Confirm the employer has completed a prevailing wage determination
Before PERM begins, your employer must request a prevailing wage determination from OFLC. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the expected wage level for your job title and location, so you can verify your offer meets the threshold.
Clarify the recruitment phase timeline before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to run a mandatory DOL-supervised recruitment process lasting at least 60 days. Ask whether that recruitment has started, since the entire green card timeline depends on when PERM is filed and certified.
Green Card Cost Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cost Analyst role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on the employer's job requirements and your credentials. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or you have a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive experience in cost analysis. EB-3 covers roles requiring only a bachelor's degree. Your employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM application, which determines which category applies.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for a Cost Analyst?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years, subject to the annual cap and lottery. A PERM-based green card leads to permanent residency with no annual cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The process takes longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to a green card, but the outcome is permanent authorization to work for any employer.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
Your employer files PERM with the DOL to certify that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the specific Cost Analyst position. This requires a supervised recruitment campaign, a prevailing wage determination from OFLC, and detailed documentation of the job requirements. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition after DOL certifies the PERM application.
Where can I find Cost Analyst jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Cost Analyst roles filtered by employers with PERM and green card filing history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already sponsored similar roles. This removes the uncertainty of approaching employers who have no experience with employment-based sponsorship and are likely to decline when the topic comes up.
Can I use my O*NET occupation profile to support my green card case?
Your employer's immigration attorney may reference O*NET to establish that the Cost Analyst occupation typically requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which supports both the specialty occupation determination and the minimum education requirement in the PERM application. O*NET classifies Cost Analysts under business and financial operations, which aligns with standard EB-2 and EB-3 degree requirements.