Cost Accountant II
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Accounting
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Top Gun Staffing Group is partnering with a respected, innovation‑focused manufacturer to identify a Cost Accountant who can elevate financial clarity, strengthen operational decision‑making, and bring disciplined insight to a growing organization. This Cost Accountant role is designed for a professional who thrives on precision, understands the strategic impact of cost intelligence, and is motivated by contributing to a high‑performance culture.
The Cost Accountant plays a critical role in shaping the organizations financial accuracy and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings a balanced blend of analytical rigor, business partnership, and the ability to translate complex cost activity into clear, actionable guidance for leadership.
Key Areas of Impact- Develop and maintain reliable cost structures that support planning, pricing, and operational strategy
- Strengthening financial forecasts by delivering consistent, data‑driven cost‑insights
- Evaluate cost performance trends to identify opportunities for improvement
- Collaborate with production, supply chain, and operations to ensure cost data integrity
- Prepare organized, audit‑ready cost documentation for internal and external review
- Produce recurring cost summaries that inform leadership and support strategic alignment
- Uphold accounting standards, internal controls, and compliance expectations
- Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- 2–4 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of cost methodologies and GAAP principles
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort working within ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Proven analytical capability and a disciplined, detail‑oriented approach
- Ability to manage priorities independently and meet established deadlines
- Exposure to standard costing frameworks
- Understanding of inventory flow and cost allocation practices
- Familiarity with SOX‑related processes
- Onsite
- Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM
- $95,000 - $105,000/year commensurate with experience
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