Cost Accountant

If you are an accounting professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson’s Professional Tools has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Orange, VA, this role supports the Plant Controller and plays a key part in interpreting and reporting manufacturing costs, supporting monthly and annual financial processes, and contributing to forecasting, budgeting, and product costing activities.

• Support monthly close activities, including cost‑of‑sales and inventory‑related journal entries, plant expense accruals, allocations, and reporting requirements.
• Investigate monthly plant variances by reviewing actual versus forecasted expenditures.
• Assist in preparing and analyzing cost reports, budgets, and financial performance data.
  Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Provide routine reporting and analysis of plant efficiency metrics.
• Support internal audit activities, including reconciliation of the annual physical inventory.
• Assist in implementing financial systems, policies, and procedures as needed.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

You take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments. You seek opportunities to expand your technical knowledge and apply new capabilities to improve outcomes. You build strong working relationships across teams, functions, and locations, communicating with clarity and respect. You operate with high integrity and make decisions based on facts, analyzing diverse sources of information to accurately understand issues before recommending solutions.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• A strong sense of accountability, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing cost accounting and inventory control practices, and experience managing accounting procedures and controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• A master’s degree, MBA, or related advanced education.
• Two or more years of financial or cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Oracle E‑Business Suite (manufacturing and Financials) and/or JD Edwards.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We also embrace a culture where individuals feel a strong sense of belonging and are encouraged to bring their full selves to work. Our teams support one another through open communication, continuous learning, and shared purpose, creating an environment where your voice is heard and your ideas can influence meaningful change. At Emerson, we strive to ensure every employee has the tools, resources, and community needed to build a rewarding, sustainable career.