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Senior Cost Accountant

Job in Carpentersville, Kane County, Illinois, 60110, USA
Listing for: The Bolton Group
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Cost Accountant, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are partnering with a growing, acquisition-minded manufacturing organization to identify a Senior Cost Accountant to support multiple production facilities across the United States.

This is a high-visibility, hands-on role reporting to the Controller, with responsibility for cost accounting activities across several manufacturing sites.

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Role Overview

The Senior Cost Accountant will serve as the primary accounting partner supporting manufacturing operations across multiple sites, ensuring accurate cost tracking, inventory accounting, and financial reporting within a growing, multi-entity environment.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee cost accounting activities across several manufacturing locations.
  • Support standard cost development, variance analysis, and reporting.
  • Maintain and analyze inventory accounting and valuation.
  • Manage and review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and related cost structures.
  • Partner with operations teams to improve cost visibility and operational efficiency.
  • Support month-end close and financial reporting processes.
  • Work within ERP systems to maintain accurate financial and inventory data.
  • Assist with process improvements and system enhancements across manufacturing sites.
What We're Looking For
  • 4+ years of accounting experience, with a focus on cost accounting.
  • Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience working in multi-site or multi-entity environments is required.
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with operations teams.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
Why This Role
  • Exposure to several manufacturing sites with broad responsibilities.
  • High visibility with leadership and direct exposure to the Controller.
  • Stable, growing organization experiencing both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
  • Strong work-life balance with a flexible hybrid schedule.
  • Clear growth potential toward Assistant Controller or Director-level roles.
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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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