Cost Accountant (Long-term job in CT w/ initial 6-12 month project in PA, $90K-$125K + housing [...]

Overview Cost Accountant (Long-term job in CT w/ initial 6-12 month project in PA) – Stamford, CT with a 6–12 month project in Pittsburgh, PA. Salary range: $90,000.00–$125,000.00 per year plus housing, per diem for meals, project bonus, and other incentives. This is a long-term opportunity with a potential transition to strategic financial planning and analysis after the project completion. Responsibilities Analyze part-level costing and set standards in a manufacturing setting Assess and improve the current costing structure and processes Perform time and process analysis to ensure accurate cost standards Analyze material, labor, and overhead rates; update as needed Partner with engineering and operations to maintain accurate BOMs and routings Monitor and report on manufacturing variances and provide recommendations Prepare cost analysis reports for management and strategic planning Identify and recommend cost-saving initiatives to improve margins and efficiency Collaborate with finance leadership on budgeting and margin analysis Qualifications 2+ years of cost accounting experience Knowledge of inventory or costing systems Advanced Excel skills, including formatting, formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP) & pivot tables Ability to spend 6–12 months in Pittsburgh, PA, for a costing project Details Location: Stamford, CT (with a 6–12 month project in Pittsburgh, PA) Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm Start Date: ASAP Relocation Assistance: Not Available Incentives: Project incentives negotiable; paid housing, transportation, per diem for meals, and flights back to CT every other weekend; ~10% bonus upon project completion About the Opportunity Our client, a global industrial manufacturer, seeks a cost accounting professional to join their finance team. The initial phase is a high-impact costing project just north of Pittsburgh, PA, focusing on evaluating costing processes, improving data accuracy, and providing actionable insights to strengthen decision-making. After the project, there is potential to transition into broader FP&A support from Stamford, CT. Note: This description reflects the core responsibilities and qualifications; other details are provided by the recruiter during the interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr #twiceasnice Recruiting