Cost Accountant

Location: Parsippany

Description We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a mid-size manufacturing company based in Bloomingdale, New Jersey.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, product-focused environment while collaborating with senior leadership and advancing your career. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis to drive operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and update standard cost systems, ensuring accuracy and suggesting improvements based on variance analysis.

- Perform daily inventory accounting tasks, including cycle counts, reconciliations, and adjustments to maintain precise records.

- Collaborate with operational teams to evaluate cost drivers, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support business strategies.

- Develop and present comprehensive cost reports to finance and production teams, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.

- Support month-end and year-end close processes, focusing on inventory and cost accounting activities.

- Analyze financial data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements within manufacturing processes.

- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies while maintaining accuracy in cost-related reporting.

- Assist with audits and provide documentation for inventory and cost-related inquiries. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

- At least 2 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting.

- Proficiency in standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

- Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments.

- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Knowledge of accounting regulations and principles applicable to manufacturing operations.

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