Cost Accountant Job Louisville area,Kentucky USA,Accounting

Position Overview

A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join its finance team. This role will support cost accounting and general ledger functions, ensuring accurate tracking of product costs, inventory activity, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with job or product costing, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of core accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and monitor product and job costing to ensure accurate cost allocation
Prepare and post journal entries related to cost accounting and inventory transactions
Perform balance sheet reconciliations
, including inventory and cost-related accounts
Assist with the month-end close process
, including reviewing trial balances and supporting schedules
Support inventory tracking and variance analysis
, identifying discrepancies and trends
Prepare bank and account reconciliations and investigate differences as needed
Work closely with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate cost reporting
Assist with financial reporting and internal management reporting
Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and analysis
Identify opportunities to improve cost tracking and accounting processes

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2–4 years of accounting experience
, preferably in manufacturing or a cost-focused role
Understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, or job costing principles
Experience with
general ledger accounting and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting or ERP systems
Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environments
Exposure to inventory management systems or ERP platforms

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