Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant
Location: Elkhart, IN – Onsite
Salary: $80,000–$90,000

Our client is a growing and well-respected organization in the Elkhart area known for its strong leadership, team-oriented culture, and commitment to employee success. With a reputation built on family values and operational excellence, this company offers a stable environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow professionally.

They are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join their accounting team. This role will be responsible for supporting financial operations, maintaining accurate cost data, assisting with reporting and analysis, and helping drive process improvements across the accounting function. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working closely with operations and leadership.

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial and cost accounting records
• Analyze manufacturing and operational costs to support business decisions
• Reconcile accounts and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and inventory analysis activities
• Calculate and file monthly sales tax reports
• Monitor inventory costing and variance analysis
• Partner with operations leadership to improve efficiencies and cost controls
• Participate in audits and assist with internal controls and compliance initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Previous experience in a Cost Accountant, Staff Accountant, or related accounting role
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems and Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

If you are an accounting professional looking for an opportunity with a company that values its employees, encourages growth, and offers long-term stability, this Cost Accountant role may be a great fit for you.

Timing is everything. Whether you are actively searching or simply open to hearing about the right opportunity, we would welcome the chance to connect with you. We specialize in placing accounting and finance professionals, and many of our opportunities are not posted publicly. Contact me to learn more about this role and other available opportunities.