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Cost Accountant

Akkodis
Forney, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

A Direct Hire Cost Accountant position in Mesquite, TX is available courtesy of Akkodis.

  • Salary Range: $72,000 - $95,000/year
  • Location: Mesquite, TX
  • Type: Direct Hire/Salaried/Full Time


The primary focus of this Cost Accountant will be to track, analyze and report on production costs, optimize our cost accounting processes, ensure accurate inventory valuation and provide insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will work closely with production, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and analyze standard costing models for battery manufacturing.
  • Monitor and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead.
  • Identify cost variances and investigate discrepancies to recommend corrective actions.
  • Prepare cost projections and scenario analysis to support pricing and budgeting decisions.
  • Oversee inventory accounting, including the valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
  • Conduct periodic inventory reconciliations and support physical inventory audits.
  • Collaborate with the supply chain team to optimize inventory levels and reduce carrying costs.
  • Prepare detailed reports on manufacturing performance, cost trends, and variance analyses.
  • Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for the manufacturing division.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes by ensuring cost data accuracy.
  • Partner with production and engineering teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Develop and implement process improvements to enhance cost tracking and reporting.
  • Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on cost accounting principles.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and schedules.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA/CMA certification preferred.
  • 3–5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in battery storage or renewable energy manufacturing is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across teams.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.


Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, and short-term and long term disability insurance, and 401K plan. It also includes a comprehensive paid time off program.

Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client.


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Salary : $72,000 - $95,000

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