Management Accountant Cost & Inventory

Location:

Franklin, Kentucky

Work Model:
Hybrid

Contract:

Through December 31, 2026, with potential extension or permanent opportunity

Compensation:
Up to $50/hour | 40 hours per week

The Opportunity We are seeking a hands‑on Management Accountant with strong manufacturing cost accounting and inventory control experience to support the startup of a new scrap processing operation. Reporting to the Plant Controller, you will establish practical financial processes, inventory reconciliations and invoicing controls to support day‑to‑day operations and month‑end reporting.

• Establish inventory tracking, reconciliations and processing controls, including third‑party and customer‑owned materials.
• Reconcile inventory movements, weights, processing, residuals and shipments.
• Set up invoice processing and reconcile billing against operational activity.
• Validate proposed processes in collaboration with Operations, Finance, IT and external partners.
• Identify process gaps, resolve discrepancies and support month‑end activities.
• Document interim procedures and controls for an effective handover.

• 5–7+ years of manufacturing finance, cost accounting or plant accounting experience. Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting and manufacturing operations. Advanced Excel‑based analysis and reconciliation skills. Proven ability to establish practical financial controls and processes quickly. Strong communication and collaboration skills across Finance, Operations and IT. CPA designation is an asset;relevant hands‑on experience is the priority.

A practical, detail‑oriented accounting professional who can hit the ground running, establish reliable inventory and costing controls, and support a new operation with minimal ramp‑up time.

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