Cost Analyst

Cost Analyst | Aviation MRO | Rome Fiumicino

• Location: Rome Fiumicino, Italy
• Working pattern: Full-time, permanent
• Work type: Onsite

About the Role

• Our client is looking for a Cost Analyst to join their aviation MRO operations team in Rome.
• This role will support cost control, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting across engine maintenance, repair, and exchange operations.
• You will work closely with operations, engineering, procurement, and finance teams to improve cost visibility and support better business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost-per-engine and cost-per-module reports.
• Support ERP work order closeouts using Quantum.
• Analyse labour, material, repair, and maintenance costs.
• Identify cost variances, cost drivers, and areas for improvement.
• Manage inventory tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Build and maintain KPIs such as inventory turnover, cost per hour, and performance trends.
• Support data accuracy across ERP and reporting systems.
• Work with internal teams to improve financial and operational performance.
• Support system integration projects, including ERP tools and Palantir.

Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of experience in cost analysis, inventory management, or a similar role.
• Experience in aviation, MRO, or technical operations is preferred.
• Good understanding of ERP systems and cost or inventory modules.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English and Italian, written and spoken.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills.
• Understanding of aviation maintenance and materials processes.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul environments.
• Knowledge of engine or module costing.
• Understanding of repair versus replace analysis.
• SQL skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to international locations, including North America.