Cost Accountant

Position Overview

Are you an experienced accounting professional looking to make an impact in a manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support financial operations by providing cost analysis, inventory accounting, financial reporting, and operational insights. This position works closely with cross-functional teams to improve costing accuracy, enhance manufacturing performance, and support strategic business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain cost accounting processes and systems across multiple manufacturing operations.
Develop, update, and validate standard product costs to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain teams to ensure cost accuracy.
Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances while evaluating their impact on financial performance.
Prepare manufacturing performance, productivity, and cost analysis reports for leadership.
Monitor excess and obsolete inventory while ensuring appropriate accounting treatment.
Complete month-end close responsibilities, including journal entries and supporting documentation.
Reconcile inventory balances and general ledger accounts on a regular basis.
Coordinate physical inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, and prepare reconciliation reports.
Generate gross margin, product profitability, and product mix analyses.
Maintain transfer pricing documentation and assist with related financial studies.
Produce recurring inventory, costing, and financial reports for management.
Review operating expenses and departmental budgets to identify trends and opportunities.
Support new product introductions, product transfers, and other manufacturing initiatives.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced accounting staff.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
At least three years of experience in cost accounting or manufacturing finance.
Experience working with ERP or computerized accounting systems.
Solid understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to travel occasionally, as needed.