Senior Cost Accountant

Job Category
:
Corporate & Support Services

Requisition Number
: SENIO
001240

• Posted :
  May 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Appleton, WI 54912, USA

Job Summary: The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for overseeing cost accounting functions within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and financial analysis to support operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and analyze standard costs for materials
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights
• Monitor inventory transactions and work orders to ensure accurate inventory valuation
• Oversee cycle counting program and partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory controls
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations
• Prepare cost-related financial reports, including margin analysis and product profitability
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and analysis as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred)
• 5–8+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Dynamics 365 preferred) and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Potential to be hybrid position after initial training period

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