Full-Time

Manufacturing Cost Analyst

Milo's Tea Company

Milo's Tea Company

201-500 employees

Manufactures fresh-brewed teas and lemonades nationwide

No salary listed

Tulsa, OK, USA

Hybrid

At least three days per week on-site; candidate must live in the Tulsa area.

Bachelor's

Category
Accounting (1)
Required Skills
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Management
Forecasting
Financial analysis
Quality Assurance (QA)
Oracle

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Requirements
  • At least two years of related experience in manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Three or more years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, including understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and production cost drivers.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills in a highly matrixed organization.
  • Ability to establish credibility with functional stakeholders through strong relationships and sound judgment to influence strategic decisions.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving priorities.
  • Ability to present regularly to functional leaders and translate complex data into clear insights that inform business decisions.
  • Intermediate proficiency with accounting systems, preferably Sage, financial management platforms such as OneStream or Oracle, and Microsoft Office 365.
  • This role requires at least three days per week on-site and residence in the Tulsa area.
  • The position has food safety responsibilities.
Responsibilities
  • Own and execute all month-end close activities for the site, including preparation and posting of journal entries, accruals, fixed asset and capital reporting to ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting.
  • Own daily costing of work orders within Sage X3, partnering with Production Supervisors and Inventory Coordinators to investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensure accurate work order processing, and maintain reliable cost data and operational metrics.
  • Lead balance sheet reconciliation processes, including review, documentation, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
  • Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing key accounts, investigating variances, and resolving discrepancies in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles and company policies.
  • Ensure strong internal controls over financial reporting, including documentation, execution, and continuous improvement of key control activities related to inventory, cost accounting, and fixed assets.
  • Partner with Corporate Accounting and Site Controllers to support audits and compliance requirements.
  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation, including standard cost updates, reserve calculations, cycle count results, and reconciliation between the subledger and general ledger.
  • Analyze manufacturing performance metrics and cost and efficiency trends, including scrap, yield, cycle time, labor efficiency, quality assurance, and raw material and finished goods inventory, and translate findings into clear recommendations for operational leaders.
  • Support Site Controllers on variance analyses for material, labor, and overhead by providing root-cause explanations and forward-looking guidance.
  • Build and maintain reporting tools that give site leadership real-time visibility into financial and operational performance.
  • Lead the cost standard development process by coordinating inputs from Supply Chain and Manufacturing departments to ensure accuracy and business alignment.
  • Develop cost estimates and financial analyses for new products, focusing on bills of materials, labor, overhead, and total product cost.
  • Own bill of materials setup, maintenance, and regular reviews to maintain cost accuracy.
  • Participate in cross-functional project teams, including continuous improvement, automation, Standard Work, and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Support Site Controllers in forecasting and budgeting, focusing on manufacturing cost drivers, volume assumptions, and productivity and efficiency plans.
  • Lead participation in Corporate Responsibility initiatives, including Zero Waste and sustainability, social advocacy, and MMAD volunteering opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, or Supply Chain.
  • Consumer packaged goods experience.
  • Demonstrated experience owning month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations in a manufacturing environment.

Milo’s Tea Company makes and sells fresh-brewed teas and all-natural lemonade across the United States. Its products are created using natural ingredients and are brewed fresh, with no acids, colors, or preservatives added. The company markets and distributes these beverages through various channels, maintaining a family-owned, Women’s Business Enterprise identity. What sets Milo’s apart from competitors is its adherence to the founder’s vision—high-quality, natural ingredients, real taste, and a commitment to simplicity, with the “Taste the Difference” promise. The company’s goal is to deliver consistently flavorful drinks that reflect its founding values and brand integrity, while expanding reach to more customers.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bessemer, Alabama

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • July 15, 2026 Birmingham distribution center added 50 jobs and near-$400 million investment.
  • February 2026 launches reached over 2,000 Walmart stores, proving national velocity.
  • Peach Sweet Tea returned May 18, 2026, extending shelf presence through September and supporting repeat traffic.

What critics are saying

  • The C.K.S. Packaging contract lawsuit filed August 7, 2025 threatens supplier relationships and cash.
  • Walmart stocked 2,500 stores in 2026, creating dangerous retail concentration and negotiating leverage.
  • Limited-edition flavors through September 2026 signal demand reliance on constant innovation, not core loyalty.

What makes Milo's Tea Company unique

  • Milo's owns America's #1 refrigerated tea, a hard-earned grocery shelf advantage.
  • Three generations of family ownership and women-owned certification sharpen its brand identity.
  • Four plants since 2020 create vertically integrated capacity across Alabama, Oklahoma, and South Carolina.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Mental Health Support

401(k) Company Match

Company Equity

Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Budget

Wellness Program

Paid Volunteer Time

Care Relief Fund

Company News

PR Newswire
Jul 14th, 2026
Milo's Tea opens $400M fourth facility in six years with new 150,000 sq ft Alabama distribution centre

Milo's Tea Company has opened a 150,000-square-foot refrigerated distribution centre in Birmingham, Alabama, marking nearly $400 million in domestic manufacturing investment since 2019. The facility employs approximately 50 people and is the company's fourth major facility investment since 2020. The family-owned business, which produces America's top-selling refrigerated tea, has more than tripled its production capacity during this period. Previous investments include a $150 million facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2020, a $200 million facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina in 2025, and expansion of its Bessemer, Alabama operation from 30,000 to over 200,000 square feet. These investments have created more than 500 new positions across Alabama, Oklahoma, and South Carolina. Milo's is a certified women-owned business and TRUE Platinum-certified zero waste manufacturer.

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods
May 30th, 2026
Milo's adds LTO Peach Sweet Tea to summer lineup.

Milo's adds LTO Peach Sweet Tea to summer lineup. May 30, 2026 Nothing says summer like peach and sweet tea, and thanks to Milo's Tea Company Inc., Peach Sweet Tea just got a whole lot better! The third-generation, family-owned, and women run company has released a limited-edition Peach Sweet Tea that delivers the smooth, classic sweet tea taste fans love, perfectly balanced with a hint of juicy peach flavor. Because it's made with 100% natural ingredients and no acids or preservatives families can feel good about choosing, enjoying, and sharing Milo's this summer. Milo's Peach Sweet Tea is now available at Walmart stores nationwide, as well as select local grocers including Piggly Wiggly, Ingles, and Hy-Vee, through September. The flavor will be available in gallon sizes with suggested retail prices starting at $4.49. About Milo's Tea Company Milo's Tea Company is a family-owned, certified women-owned business crafting delicious, high-quality, fresh beverages since 1946. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Milo's has been brewing the best tasting, closest-to-homemade iced teas and lemonades for three generations and counting. The company has established itself as the No. 1 selling refrigerated tea1 and the fastest-growing lemonade2 brand in America using only a few real ingredients. The company's delicious beverages are available in all 50 states across 55,000 retail locations. Milo's has four manufacturing and distribution facilities located in Bessemer and Homewood, Alabama; Tulsa, Oklahoma; and Spartanburg, South Carolina - its newest and largest facility that opened in 2024. Milo's invests in sustainable manufacturing practices, focusing on excellent water stewardship, carbon reduction, and waste recycling and reduction, with the company achieving TRUE Platinum Zero Waste certification in 2020. Milo's also donates at least 1% of its annual profits to organizations pursuing Education and Advancement for All, Protecting the Planet for Future Generations, and Community Disaster Relief. Milo's People First culture was recognized nationally in 2024 for being the #3 Most Loved Workplace in America by Newsweek. Looking for a reprint of this article? From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today! JOIN TODAY To unlock your recommendations. Already have an account? Sign In

Trend Hunter
May 21st, 2025
Real Ingredient-Focused Beverages

Milo's Tea Company has announced the launch of three new beverages - 'Strawberry Lemonade,' 'Raspberry Lemonade,' and 'Lemon Sweet Tea' - marking a refreshing expansion of its beloved product line.

PR Newswire
Apr 22nd, 2025
Milo's Tea Company Opens Fourth Facility in Spartanburg, S.C., Expanding Manufacturing Footprint, Creating 200 Highly Skilled U.S. Jobs

Milo's Tea Company opens fourth facility in Spartanburg, S.C., expanding manufacturing footprint, creating 200 highly skilled U.S. Jobs.

Upstate Business Journal
Jan 9th, 2025
Spartanburg area notes: Nestle plans $150M expansion in Cherokee County

Milo's Tea announces $53M expansion of Spartanburg County facility.