Cost Accountant

LHH is looking for a manufacturing cost accountant who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys collaborating directly with operations, engineering, and product teams? A growing U.S. manufacturing site within a large global organization is looking for a Cost Accountant to join their plant finance team in a highly visible, impact‑driven role.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants ownership
, cross‑functional partnership, and clear growth potential across a multi‑site organization.

• Maintaining and updating standard costs across product lines
• Monitoring manufacturing variances (work orders, scrap, PPV) and presenting findings to leadership
• Reviewing and closing work orders and quarterly results
• Supporting new product development with cost estimates and margin analysis
• Leading cycle count and physical inventory programs
• Preparing journal entries and supporting month‑end close (inventory, COGS, accruals)
• Partnering with production, engineering, and supply chain to identify cost improvements

• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong foundation in standard cost, inventory valuation, and cost flows
• Solid understanding of GAAP
  , debits/credits, and cost structure mechanics

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle Cloud preferred)
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comfort working independently
• Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and communicate effectively at all levels
• $70,000-$120,000
• Benefits apply to hiring company

Employment Type: Full time, Direct Hire

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today!

Equal opportunity employer minorities/women/veterans/disabled.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.