Senior Cost Accountant

Senior Cost Accountant

Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000

Employment Type: Full-Time

Our client is working with us to identify a new team member for this newly added role. Are you an experienced cost accounting professional looking for your next challenge? Do you have a passion for analyzing manufacturing costs, improving efficiencies, and driving financial success? Join our team as a Senior Cost Accountant and become part of a company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative, engaging, and flexible work culture.

We are a thriving manufacturing organization seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior Cost Accountant to contribute to our financial performance. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive team environment with a full slate of benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Cost Accountant, you will:

• Analyze and report on production costs, material usage, labor efficiency, overhead variances, and cost drivers in manufacturing environments to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain standard costs within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational and financial goals.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and procurement teams to identify cost savings opportunities and optimize processes.
• Prepare accurate cost analyses, inventory roll-forwards, and financial reports for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate discrepancies, providing actionable recommendations for resolution.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes, especially related to cost and inventory metrics.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills to build dynamic models, automate reports, and analyze large datasets effectively.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

At least 5 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing environments (required).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (required).
• Skills: Proficiency with advanced Excel functions (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling) and experience with ERP systems (required).
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across departments and share actionable insights.

Why Join Us?

In addition to competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities, we offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more.
• A flexible and engaging company culture that genuinely cares about the well-being of our employees.
• Professional development and training opportunities to help you grow in your career.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment where your ideas and contributions will make a difference.

If you’re a driven professional with a strong cost accounting background and a desire to work in a supportive, thriving manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you!