Sr. Cost Accountant

Description We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities for a Contract position based in Manchester, New Hampshire. This role focuses on strengthening cost reporting, analyzing production expenses, and improving the accuracy of standard costing in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting expertise, sound analytical judgment, and hands-on experience working with ERP platforms used to manage operational and financial data.

Responsibilities:

- Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and inventory activity to provide clear financial insight for operational decision-making.

- Maintain and refine standard cost structures to ensure product costing reflects current production inputs and business conditions.

- Prepare recurring and ad hoc cost reports that highlight trends, spending drivers, and opportunities for improved efficiency.

- Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to review production performance and resolve cost-related discrepancies.

- Support month-end and year-end close activities by reconciling inventory, reviewing cost allocations, and validating financial accuracy.

- Evaluate labor, material, and overhead components to identify variances and recommend corrective actions where needed.

- Assist with ERP-based cost accounting processes, including reporting, data validation, and system-related process improvements within Infor or Epicor environments.

- Contribute to inventory and manufacturing accounting controls by monitoring transactions and ensuring compliance with established procedures. Requirements - At least 3 years of experience in cost accounting, with a strong background in manufacturing settings.

- Demonstrated knowledge of standard costing, cost analysis, and manufacturing cost accounting principles.

- Experience reviewing inventory movements, production variances, and overhead allocation methodologies.

- Proficiency working with ERP systems such as Infor, Epicor, or Epicor ERP.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex cost data accurately.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across finance and operational teams.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

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