Cost Accountant

Compensation: Competitive salary (based on experience)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, Paid Holidays

Travel: None

Start: ASAP

Open Role Due To: Business growth and operational support needs

Our client, a global leader in manufacturing innovative safety and industrial solutions
, is seeking a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing, inventory, and operational cost analysis at their Wilmington, Ohio facility.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate product costing, inventory integrity, and operational performance reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing cost accounting experience, analytical rigor, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and finance.

• Prepare, analyze, and record all manufacturing and inventory-related transactions
• Review standard versus actual costs and analyze price and usage variances
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform monthly inventory reconciliations
• Prepare weekly manufacturing efficiency and productivity reports
• Develop operational and performance reports, including:
• Rework analysis
• Scrap trend analysis
• Warranty analysis
• Sales and margin analysis
• (Reports include data, graphs, and written commentary)
• Perform variance analysis and report significant findings to management
• Process engineering change requests and ensure accuracy of cost revisions
• Analyze bills of materials (BOMs) for costing accuracy and proper item coding
• Prepare, analyze, and record fixed asset-related entries
• Assist with budgeting and standard cost updates
• Conduct audits of the cycle counting process
• Support year-end and interim financial audits
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the finance and operations teams

• Direct impact on manufacturing efficiency and cost optimization
• High visibility with plant leadership and cross-functional teams
• Hands-on ownership of inventory, costing, and operational analytics
• Stable, well-established manufacturing environment with growth opportunities
• Strong benefits package and long-term career potential

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of GAAP and standard accounting practices
• Advanced analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
• High integrity and the ability to handle confidential financial information

• Experience working with MRP systems
• Manufacturing industry accounting experience
• Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous process improvement mindset

Record a short introduction telling us about your cost accounting experience, manufacturing background, and what excites you about this opportunity.