Cost Accountant
Job in
Vernon Hills, Lake County, Illinois, 60061, USA
Listed on 2026-09-28
Listing for:
Creative Financial Staffing, LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Cost Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance -
Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cost Accountant
Salary: $80,000–$100,000 + Bonus
A global manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Cost Accountant to join its growing finance team. This Cost Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while gaining exposure within a dynamic and expanding organization.
Why Join This Company as a Cost Accountant:- Highly respected, global, privately held organization
- Strong opportunity to learn, grow, and expand your skill set
- High-visibility role with exposure to leadership
- Diverse and high-quality product portfolio
- Competitive benefits package
- Supportive leadership focused on building a strong team culture
- Support the Operations Finance Manager as a backup and key partner
- Assist with month-end close, inventory valuation, and roll-forward analysis
- Maintain inventory relief processes for subcomponents and finished goods
- Conduct quarterly physical inventories and cycle counts, resolving discrepancies
- Establish and update standard costs for manufactured products
- Analyze cost accounting data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
- Develop cost structures across labor, overhead, and operational processes
- Provide strategic recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability
- Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 2+ years of cost accounting experience
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
- Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making
This Cost Accountant role is a great fit for a detail-oriented professional looking to grow within a collaborative and innovative environment. If you’re seeking a high-impact Cost Accountant position with development opportunities and strong leadership support, this Cost Accountant opportunity could be the next step in your career.
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