Cost Analyst​/Cost Accountant

Client & Location

Client: Manufacturing

Job Title: Cost Accountant/Client

Location: Harrison, NJ 07029

Onsite: 5 days a week. 9-5. Friday close at 3pm

Pay Rate: $35/hr-$42/hr

Contract Length: 3-6 month Contract potential to extend/potential to convert

Cost Control & COGS Analyst

We are seeking an exceptionally strong candidate to take ownership of item costing, both pre- and post-sale. Our organization currently lacks tight COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) control, and we need someone who can establish a rigorous process that ties all costs directly back to the original quote.

• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for end-to-end cost tracking: from quoting, through final invoicing, to post-sale analysis.
• Ensure clear and accurate reporting of estimated versus actual costs for each job, shipment, customer, invoice, and item.
• Build systematic processes that capture all cost components, including raw materials, freight, warehousing, labor, and overhead.
• Identify discrepancies between estimated and actual costs, and investigate root causes.
• Provide regular analysis of COGS, profit margins, and variances at various levels (by job, customer, shipment, item, etc.).
• Recommend changes and corrective actions to improve cost accuracy, profitability, and operational efficiency.

This role is central to strengthening our COGS and profit analysis capabilities, and will drive company-wide improvements in cost control and financial transparency.

The ideal candidate will not only focus on immediate cost tracking needs, but also branch out into broader COGS/profit analysis and recommend systematic changes and fixes to support the business’s strategic goals.

• Proven experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or a similar role within a product-based business.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement cost control systems and processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Deep understanding of all cost components (raw materials, freight, warehousing, labor, overhead, etc.).

This position is critical for our company’s financial health and operational success.