Cost Accountant

LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company in Chicago, IL, to identify a skilled and detail-oriented Cost Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic organization and contribute to its financial success. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate cost analysis, efficient budgeting, and effective financial decision-making to optimize operations.

Cost Accountant Responsibilities:

• Analyze and report on product costs, manufacturing expenses, and operational variances
• Monitor and reconcile inventory costs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Prepare cost estimates for new and existing products
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts related to cost of goods sold (COGS)
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to provide insights into cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain and update standard costs in the ERP system
• Investigate and explain cost deviations from standards and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations to perform cycle counts and physical inventory audits
• Ensure proper valuation of inventory in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Identify inefficiencies in the costing process and implement solutions to improve accuracy and timeliness
• Provide actionable recommendations for optimizing production costs and resource utilization
  
  

Cost Accountant Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within the CPG, manufacturing or related industries
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis and inventory management
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of GAAP and applicable regulations
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• CPA or CMA certification
• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Familiarity with food and beverage or personal care product cost structures
  
  

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented Cost Accountant, we encourage you to apply.

Thank you,

Cara Jarosz

Unit Manager

LaSalle Network