Senior Cost Accountant - Aramids

Work Location:

Richmond, VA

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid schedule with regular on-site collaboration

Relocation Assistance:
Available for qualified candidates

Department:
Finance | Global Cost Accounting

Supported Manufacturing Sites:
Aramids Operations – Pontchartrain, LA and Monroe, NC

Reports To:

Senior Manager, Cost Accounting - Aramids

Travel:
Up to 20% travel may be required periodically to visit the NC sites and other business initiatives.

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

The Senior Cost Accountant is a key member of Arclin's Inventory Center of Excellence (COE) and the primary finance partner for the Pontchartrain, LA and Monroe, NC manufacturing sites. Based in Richmond VA, this role is responsible for inventory and cost accounting, manufacturing financial reporting, and business partnering support for the 2 sites. The position also serves as the US Fixed Asset Coordinator, providing oversight of fixed asset accounting, capital project capitalization, and asset compliance activities across U.S. manufacturing operations, representing approximately 25% of overall responsibilities

Manufacturing Cost Accounting and Financial Support

• Serve as the primary cost and inventory accounting resource for assigned manufacturing facilities.
• Maintain standard costs and analyze manufacturing variances, including material, labor, overhead, yield, and production performance.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with site leadership to support operational and financial initiatives.
• Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers to support effective business decision-making.

Inventory Accounting and Controls

• Ensure inventory transactions are accurately recorded and reported in compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Perform inventory reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and support cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
• Analyze inventory adjustments, reserves, and valuation impacts while partnering with operations to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and drive continuous improvements in inventory controls, governance, and compliance.
• Support timely completion of inventory accounting activities to ensure accurate financial reporting and minimize risk.

Fixed Asset Accounting and Compliance

• Serve as the site finance liaison for fixed asset activities throughout the asset lifecycle, including acquisitions, capitalization,…