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Cost Accountant

Imagine Staffing Technology, An Imagine Company
Hartland, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Cost Accountant

Location : Hartford, WI

Hire Type : Temp 2-3 months

Pay Range : $30-38 / hr

Work Model : Onsite / hybrid / remote

Positional Overview

Are you a seasoned Cost Accountant looking to make an impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our client is seeking a talented Cost Accountant for a temporary opportunity where your expertise will play a vital role in driving strategic decision-making. In this role you will manage and analyze project and product costs, including job costing, inventory valuation, and month-end closing functions. This position provides financial insights to support operations, manufacturing processes, and pricing decisions. If you're ready to leverage your analytical skills, thrive under tight deadlines, and contribute meaningfully to a high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

Role & Responsibility :

  • Manage project and product cost environments, including part and job costing, and oversee job and product cost data management.
  • Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including product line and project margin analysis, inventory calculations, and month-end cost of sales.
  • Provide accurate cost data and financial insights to operations groups, and support decision-making with detailed product costing information for margin analysis and pricing decisions.
  • Ensure the integrity of monthly inventory valuations and cost of sales determinations and verify cycle counting accuracy.
  • Utilize advanced reporting and query tools for management reporting, problem-solving, and maintaining and enhancing cost applications across all operating units.
  • Safeguard inventory valuation through annual physical inventory coordination and ongoing monitoring and assess and calculate obsolete and excess inventory periodically.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, including manufacturing plans and cost setting, and manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • Oversee capital asset management, including FAS maintenance and internal project tracking, and support year-end audit processes and other financial reporting requirements.

Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting preferred, or a Bachelor’s degree in business with 3 years’ experience in accounting and finance.
  • CPA or CMA, preferred.
  • 3 years’ related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Knowledge in financial analysis, cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Strong ability to analyze complex financial data, provide actionable insights, and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in professional communication, building effective relationships, and collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders, and external auditors.
  • Efficiently manage multiple projects, time, and resources to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
  • Advanced skills in financial software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities, proactively identify issues, and implement effective solutions while maintaining high ethical standards.
  • Salary : $30 - $38

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