Sr. Cost Accountant
Job in
Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio, 45410, USA
Listed on 2026-02-19
Listing for:
Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-02-19
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting -
Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* For more information, contact Jason Young ng or 937/637-7759
* Due to growth, our client, a leading manufacturing company who has been in business for over 90 years is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant. The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining and improving standard costing processes within a manufacturing environment. This role supports financial accuracy through inventory analysis, cost rollups, and collaboration with operations to ensure reliable product costing and inventory controls.
The position plays a key role in monthly close and ongoing cost and inventory management.
Key Responsibilities
+ Maintain and update standard costs, including material, labor, and overhead rates.
+ Perform and manage cost rollups within Net Suite to ensure accurate product costing.
+ Develop and support annual standard cost processes and updates.
+ Reconcile monthly inventory balances and investigate variances.
+ Participate in and oversee cycle counting programs and physical inventory counts.
+ Audit inventory counts and implements corrective actions as needed.
+ Analyze inventory and production variances and provide recommendations for improvement.
+ Assist with month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations.
+ Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve costing accuracy and inventory controls.
+ Support continuous improvement initiatives related to cost accounting and inventory management.
+ Assist with internal and external audit requests related to inventory and costing.
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
+ Minimum of 4 years of standard costing experience in a manufacturing environment.
+ Experience using Net Suite or similar ERP systems.
+ Strong understanding of inventory accounting and cost accounting principles.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
+ Some travel may be required at times.
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