Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

The Cost Accountant will partner closely with the Director of Finance to support the company’s manufacturing accounting and financial reporting activities. The primary focus of this position is understanding and analyzing costs, supporting budgeting and forecasting, identifying cost variances, and assisting with month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, labor, and overhead costs against standards and identify variances.
• Support cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Complete month-end close responsibilities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain customer and vendor setup and supporting documentation.
• Support Accounts Receivable activities, including past-due follow-up, claims disputes, and credit checks.
• Support Accounts Payable and other accounting functions as needed.
• Partner with the Director of Finance on accounting analysis and other assigned projects.

Essential Skills

• Cost accounting exposure
• Cost and budget experience
• Month-end accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field OR 2+ years of accounting experience
• Working knowledge of AR, AP, and collections
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced accounting environment

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing accounting experience
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience
• Experience with another accounting system

Work Environment

This is a permanent accounting opportunity where you will work closely with the Director of Finance and gain exposure beyond purely transactional accounting. The role offers involvement in manufacturing cost analysis, budgeting/forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close while maintaining exposure to the broader accounting operation. You will be part of a privately owned company with direct access to ownership and participate in forecasting and budgetary decisions. The company values work-life balance and community involvement, hosting events such as summer picnics and parades.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of Long Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

High or low deductible, HSA, 401k with match, PTO, Bereavement