Cost Accountant

Our Client is looking for a talented cost accountant with a strong manufacturing background. They are publicly traded and a leader in their industry. The ideal candidate is technically sound and seeks a strong business impact in their next role.

Salary: $95,000 - $115,000

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance.

• 5+ Years of Accounting experience (either in manufacturing, with manufacturing clients or a mix of both)
• Strong understanding of cost accounting systems and the BOM process
• ERP software experience is required
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Continuous cost accounting training and education is required.

• The Inventory & Cost Accountant monitors daily BOM transactions through the ERP system
• This person ensures the accuracy of bills of materials, inventory accounts, and excess/obsolescence reserve
• At year‑end, this person leads the inventory physical count and revaluation processes
• Manage daily cost accounting transactions within a manufacturing environment and maintain ERP system data integrity
• Ensure all inventory transactions are accounted for accurately and timely in accordance with GAAP and Sarbanes‑Oxley internal control requirements
• Manage, reconcile, and facilitate the month‑end accounting close. Ensure the accuracy of monthly reports and improve efficiencies in the close process
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of bills of materials and routings
• Interface with operations team to define key metrics. Report monthly operational scorecard of key metrics relative to Total Quality Management. Discuss areas of exposure and provide recommendations
• Coordinate, perform, and evaluate annual physical inventory, cost revaluation, and cost accounting financial audit
• Evaluate, develop, and implement process improvements in ERP system, work order processing, RMA and specialty product builds
• Provide functional support for strategic initiatives within the Supply Chain organization
• Manage the documentation and maintenance of general and cost accounting processes and internal controls
• Develop and manage cycle count program in accordance with defined guidelines
• Assist with the development of the annual budget