Cost Accountant
Listed on 2026-06-07
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Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager
- Salary: $82,000 USD annually - $100,000 USD annually
Company Overview:
SCRAM Systems is a leading provider of alcohol and location monitoring hardware, software, and mobile apps, including the SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring® (SCRAM CAM®) bracelet, the Life Safer® L250 Ignition Interlock device, and Life Safer Intelligence Speed Assistance. We provide an integrated approach to supporting our customers by offering solutions specific to court and agency needs in the community corrections industry throughout all phases of client management.
We are committed to re-engineering operations to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and improve client outcomes through constant innovation. Our purpose is to change lives, reunite families, and make our communities safer through advanced technology and world-class service.
Job DescriptionJob Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Cost Accountant is to ensure proper treatment of all financial activity associated with plant operations. Manage accurate cost analysis/reporting and provide insight to support informed decisions. This includes monitoring transactions associated with purchasing, production, inventory, and distribution.
Duties & Responsibilities- Ensure accurate records and documentation for inventory costs.
- Compile product costs, including direct labor, direct materials and overhead.
- Lead planning, reporting, and analysis of standard product costing. Update standards when appropriate and identify potential impact.
- Drive continuous financial improvement and introduce process control as needed.
- Work closely and collaboratively across multi-department teams to provide cost accounting support and resolve cost and inventory issues.
- Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Conduct account reconciliations and analysis, particularly focusing on inventory reconciliation and cost of goods sold.
- Investigate and report reasons behind significant variances, including review of PPV, revaluation, repairs, and scrap.
- Utilize ERP system to effectively manage and analyze data.
- Advanced literacy with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Knowledge of fully integrated ERP system, preferred JDE.
- Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- Large ERP experience, preferred JDE.
- 5+ years of cost accounting experience.
Standing: 15 to 40%
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Benefits- Retirement Savings
- 401(k): 401(k)-retirement savings plan.
- 401(k) Matching: 100% match for the first 3% contributed and 50% match for the next 2% contributed.
- Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Dental Insurance: Dental insurance plan.
- Vision Insurance: Vision insurance coverage.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Employer contribution towards HSA annually.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre‑tax dollars for eligible medical expenses and child care.
- Disability Insurance: Company-paid short and long term disability insurance.
- Life Insurance: Company-paid life insurance coverage at 1.5x annual salary.
- Work‑Life Balance
- Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off.
- Paid Sick Time: Paid sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services.
- Referral Program
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Rewards for referrals. - Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Up to the IRS limit annually.
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