Senior Cost Accountant

Our client is a prominent leader in the manufacturing industry, renowned for delivering a wide range of high-quality products and services to a varied client base. Committed to the principles of quality service and integrity, the company strives to foster a supportive and inclusive environment. Currently, our client is looking to add a Senior Cost Accountant to the team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$95k – $125k

Position Overview:

The Senior Cost Accountant supports financial operations by analyzing production costs, preparing journal entries, and maintaining accurate inventory and standard costing records. This position plays a critical role in financial reporting, pricing analysis, budgeting, and project evaluation to support strategic decision-making. 

Responsibilities of the Senior Cost Accountant:

• Monitor and analyze departmental financial accounts and reconcile overhead expenses to ensure compliance with GAAP. 
• Review and update general ledger (GL) account reconciliations. Investigate discrepancies and resolve account issues. 
• Evaluate cost changes (pricing, raw materials, labor, overhead) to support pricing strategies and cost-saving initiatives. 
• Collaborate with the Operations teams to ensure clarity and accuracy of financial information for effective performance monitoring. 
• Maintain computerized standard cost and inventory systems to ensure access to accurate and timely data. 
• Support the capital budgeting process to ensure alignment with financial policies and goals. 
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluations of new products, services, or methods for cost and revenue impact. 
• Assist the Division Controller and leaders during month-end close, budgeting cycles, cost updates, and pricing reviews. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Cost Accountant:

• 2 – 4 years of related work experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with computerized inventory and costing systems.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Senior Cost Accountant:

• Advanced ERP systems experience.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in corporate accounting.
• Effective communication skills and experience working with corporate stakeholders.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.

Benefits:

• Excellent healthcare coverage.
• Car allowance.
• Career advancement opportunities.

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