Cost Accountant

• Cost Analysis: Analyze manufacturing, production, or operational costs, including labor, material, and overhead, to determine cost efficiency
• Budget Development and Monitoring: Assist in the preparation of departmental budgets and monitor expenditures to identify variances
• Product Pricing: Calculate the cost of products, services, or processes to provide accurate pricing models
• Inventory Valuation: Maintain accurate records of inventory, ensuring proper valuation based on costs and usage
• Monthly and Annual Reconciliation: Prepare and reconcile cost accounts, including cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory, and variance accounts
• Variance Analysis: Investigate variances between budgeted and actual costs, and provide reports to management with actionable insights
• Profitability Analysis: Analyze profitability by products, services, or business segment and recommend changes to improve margins
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and prepare cost-related reports for audits and management
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in production or operational processes to recommend cost-saving measures
• Collaboration Across Departments: Work closely with production and supply chain teams to gather cost data and ensure accurate reporting of operational costs

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or related financial roles, preferably in manufacturing or production environments
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial modeling)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to present findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Detail oriented certifications such as CPA or CMA are a plus

• medical
• vision
• dental
• life and disability insurance
• company 401(k) plan