Cost Accountant

Job Title: Cost Accountant

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary: The Cost Accountant supports the Plant Controller in managing the month-end close, operational analytics reporting, and regulatory compliance functions in an accurate, consistent, and timely (ACT) manner. This role is ideal for candidates with 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing accounting/finance, offering opportunities to enhance financial accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and drive operational efficiency. Seeking a highly motivated individual with enthusiasm and a strong willingness to learn.

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports To: Plant Controller

Key Internal Relationships: Accounting Manager, plant leadership, Engineering/BOM, Inventory Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Complete financial reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Analyze financial data to aid in budgeting and forecasting.
• Monitor inventory controls and product costing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making.
• Assist with ERP system data management and financial reporting enhancements.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Performance Metrics:

• Timeliness and accuracy of financial reports.
• Effective implementation of internal controls.
• Contribution to process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• Compliance with financial and regulatory standards.

Additional Duties:

• Work closely with production and engineering teams on product costing analytics.
• Identify inventory areas for improvement and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Support initiatives to optimize financial and operational workflows.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field – required.
• Comfortable with presenting financial insights to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) and cost accounting principles.
• Dependable, ethical, and results driven.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000