Cost Accountant

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our accounting team at Wisconsin Built, a custom casework and fixture manufacturer. The Cost Accountant will play a critical role in tracking and analyzing the costs associated with production. This includes material costs, labor costs, overhead, and other production-related expenses. The ideal candidate will have experience applying cost accounting principles in a manufacturing environment and the ability and desire to collaborate with operations to drive cost-efficiency and profitability.

Your expertise will support cost control, pricing strategies, and profitability analysis to ensure the company’s manufacturing operations are efficient and cost-effective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Job Cost Reporting: Monitor and analyze direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead costs. Ensure accurate cost allocation and tracking. Prepare regular cost reports including profitability analysis by job, customer, segment, etc.
• Variance Analysis: Perform regular analysis of cost variances (e.g., material, labor, overhead) and provide management with actionable insights on cost savings, production inefficiencies, and cost control measures.
• Standard Costing: Develop, maintain, and update standard costs including raw material pricing, labor costs, and overhead allocation. Provide recommendations for updates and lead the annual standard cost update process.
• Month-End Closing: Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by ensuring all cost-related transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Collaborate with the operations and production teams to identify areas of improvement in manufacturing processes and recommend cost-reduction strategies.
• Inventory Management: Support the Material Manager in ensuring the accuracy of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory through cycle counting and annual physical inventory. Provide detailed analysis of variances and identify root causes for corrective action.
• Compliance & Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Help maintain strong internal controls for cost tracking and reporting processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or similar certification is a plus).
• Minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within cabinetry or similar industries (e.g., furniture manufacturing, woodworking).
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, production processes, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software (ERP) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Experience with inventory management systems and cost analysis tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, purchasing, pricing).
• High attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and cost-reduction strategies in production environments.
• Familiarity with cabinet manufacturing processes, including material sourcing, cutting, assembly, and finishing techniques.
• Experience in implementing and optimizing ERP systems for cost tracking and reporting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Dynamic work environment with a collaborative team culture.

If you're a proactive, detail-oriented cost accountant with experience in manufacturing and job costing, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our growing company’s success.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Ability to Relocate:

• Deerfield, WI 53531: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person