Cost/Price Analyst Location : NAPLES, FL, United States Job Family : Finance/Economics Job Type : Regular Posted : Aug 25, 2025 Job ID : 59081 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. The vision of Gas Turbine Fuel Systems Division is to be the global leader in the design, development, manufacture, and service of engine fuel, lubrication, and thermal management systems and components for aerospace/defense and industrial applications. By leveraging our expertise in analysis, atomization, combustion, fluid metering, and control — coupled with enterprise excellence — we will exceed customer expectations and achieve our business objectives. SUMMARY: Applies principles of cost accounting to collect and analyze variety of historical and estimated cost and pricing data. Prepares moderately complex bids and cost proposals that are economically feasible and competitive. Analyzes moderately complex production cost performance data. Represents the pricing team in cross-functional projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Determines cost of moderately complex products (e.g. top-level assemblies), and services by collecting historic and estimated operational data to provide cost information necessary for preparation and negotiation of proposals. + Develops cost proposal rationale, cost breakdowns, and supporting data by determining the information required by the company and the customer. + Identifies factors required to provide cost and price information data. Provides analyses of cost data as required for management to make informed business decisions. Analyzes moderately complex cost data to determine projected profits or potential losses. + Identifies and resolves pricing and estimating issues to ensure accurate information is provided for proposals. + Ensures compliance with federal, state and other related pricing laws, regulations and guidelines to minimize legal and financial exposure. + Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing moderately complex information and trends for products and services (e.g. top-level assemblies). + Guides cost analysis process by providing information on trends and forecasts, explaining processes and techniques, and recommending actions. + Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes proposed changes in methods and materials. + Analyzes actual manufacturing costs and prepares periodic reports comparing target costs to actual production costs. + Provides management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services. + Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. + Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems. + Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations. + Shares specialized estimating, pricing, and accounting knowledge with others. Represents organization on projects outside the pricing team. + Mentors new employees. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g. continuous improvement). JOB REQUIREMENTS: + Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through two or more years of related experience. + Knowledge of accounting principles, methods, and concepts, including Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). + Knowledge of industry practices, regulations, and policies. + General knowledge and ability to apply continuous improvement techniques to work area. + Proficient with automated estimating, pricing, and accounting systems, spreadsheet and database applications, and standard business applications software. + Ability to read, analyze, organize, and interpret moderately complex estimates, price proposals, and financial reports. + Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. + Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions by drawing on experience with similar situations. + Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management. + Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities. Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: + Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. + Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. + 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay + Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay + Career development and tuition reimbursement + Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. + Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants) Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.