Cost Accountant

POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION : Serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting. Lead month-end close activities, perform advanced cost and margin analysis, and partner cross-functionally to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial performance.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting , Finance, or related field.

- 4-6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

- Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.

- Understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation.

- CPA, CMA, or MBA.

- 6-8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments.

- Experience leading close processes or improvement initiatives.

- Lead monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll-ups and reconciliations.

- Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights.

- Support standard cost setting and periodic updates.

- Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities.

- Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions.

- Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting.

- Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy.

- Provide support for other accounting functions when needed

- Support and guide junior accountants, sharing technical expertise and best practices.

- Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.

- Ability to meet t he essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).