Cost Accountant
Job in
Mundelein, Lake County, Illinois, 60060, USA
Listed on 2026-10-01
Listing for:
CFS
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-01
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Cost Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Financial Analyst -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cost Accountant
Global, manufacturing company is looking to add a Cost Accountant to their growing finance team. Great opportunity for someone looking to make an impact with a growing, dynamic company.
Why work for our Client as a Cost Accountant:- Very well-respected, global, private company
- Opportunity to learn and develop skill sets
- High visibility
- Quality and diverse products
- Good benefits
- Great leadership, building out a great team
Job Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant:
- Support the Operations Finance Manager as an assistant/backup.
- Assist with month-end closing, inventory evaluation, and roll-forward analysis.
- Maintain the inventory relief process for subcomponents and high-level parts.
- Conduct quarterly physical inventories and cycle counts, resolving any variances.
- Set up and update standard costs for manufactured goods.
- Analyze cost accounting data to identify areas for improvement.
- Establish cost structures for business processes, including labor, administration, and shipping.
- Provide strategic recommendations to leadership to enhance cost efficiency and maximize profit.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
- Handle special projects and administrative tasks as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 2+ years of experience in cost accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting software and ERP systems.
- Understanding of GAAP and Cost Accounting Standards.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data to support business decisions.
- Tech Savvy
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