Sr cost accountant
Job in
Westchester, Cook County, Illinois, 60154, USA
Listed on 2026-10-21
Listing for:
CFS
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-21
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
Ready to own and elevate the cost accounting function for a growing manufacturing organization? This is a high-impact role where you'll drive standard cost accuracy, partner closely with operations, and influence key business decisions.
Sr. Cost Accountant
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Take ownership of the cost accounting function and become a key partner to both finance and operation
• Gain broad cross-functional exposure with visibility across manufacturing, inventory, pricing, and financial reporting
• Play a critical role in developing and maintaining standard costing methodologies that drive business performance
• Influence operational decision-making through cost analysis, inventory insights, and financial recommendations
• Join a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts profitability and process improvement
Target Compensation:105k-125k plus bonus (based off experience)
Key Responsibilities for the Sr. Cost Accountant:
- Lead and enhance cost accounting processes, documentation, and controls
• Develop, maintain, and validate standard costs, including labor and overhead rates
• Analyze inventory valuation, movement, and manufacturing cost variances
• Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and new product cost estimation activities
• Manage month-end costing and inventory close activities, including reconciliations and journal entry reviews
Qualifications for the Sr. Cost Accountant:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, or related field
• 5–7 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience developing, implementing, and maintaining standard cost systems
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience with inventory and manufacturing reporting
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