Hybrid - Cost Accountant (Milwaukee)

Badger Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant for a Hybrid full-time opportunity in Milwaukee, WI .

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys being close to the manufacturing operation. You'll take ownership of product costing, inventory valuation, cost standards, and margin analysis, while partnering closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing.

Why Work Here:

✔ Extremely flexible hybrid work schedule - Competitive compensation - Comprehensive benefits

✔ Stable, established Milwaukee manufacturer

✔ High-visibility role with exposure across multiple areas of the business

✔ Work directly with Engineering and Operations on new products and costing

✔ Employee-focused culture that encourages collaboration and continuous improvement

✔ Opportunity to make a measurable impact on product costs, margins, and profitability

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update standard costs for manufactured products, materials, and subcontracted work
• Manage monthly inventory valuation, reconciliations, and journal entries
• Partner with Engineering and Purchasing on costing for new products and engineering changes
• Prepare and analyze product margins, COGS, purchase price variances (PPV), and job costs
• Support Sales and Marketing with product costing and pricing analysis
• Assist with month-end close, financial reporting, and other cost accounting activities

✅ Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of cost accounting experience , ideally within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organization and communication skills
• CPA is a plus, but not required

This is an excellent opportunity for a Cost Accountant who wants to be more involved in the business than simply closing the books. You'll have an extremely flexible start-and-stop schedule, a Hybrid role, and a relaxed atmosphere with a supportive manager!

Interested? Apply today or reach out directly to learn more.