Cost Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Cost Accountant for a growing, advanced manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cost accounting, inventory analysis, and financial reporting, along with advanced Excel skills and experience working within an ERP system. This role offers the opportunity to partner directly with plant leadership, gain exposure across operations, R&D, and commercial teams, and play a key role in driving financial insights and process improvements within a dynamic environment.

• Support the plant by providing financial analysis, cost tracking, and reporting
• Maintain and update standard cost structures, including conducting ongoing variance analysis
• Perform annual cost roll‑ups and support cost planning initiatives
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including KPIs, cost analysis, and performance metrics
• Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and long‑term financial planning processes
• Partner with operations, R&D, and sales teams to develop cost estimates for new products
• Analyze inventory activity and support cycle counts and cost accuracy initiatives
• Complete month‑end and year‑end close responsibilities, including journal entries and reporting
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision‑making
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and operational efficiencies within the facility
• Support audit and tax preparation activities, including required documentation
• Generate ad‑hoc reports and assist with special projects as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cost accounting, inventory management, or financial analysis
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis, formulas, reporting tools)
• Experience working with ERP systems

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401(k) plan or a non‑qualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis and Paid Holidays.

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.