Manufacturing Cost Accounting Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Cost AccountantLocation: Houston, TX 77095 (On-site). Must be able to work in the office. There is no option to WFH at this time.Pay Range: $105k - 110k/ yearHours: 1st Shift | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday) Status: Salaried Position SummaryiWorkforce Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Houston, TX. This role is responsible for ensuring proper standard cost accounting methods are maintained for inventory, while providing vital financial support to operational and supply chain teams. The Cost Accountant will oversee all cost-related accounting functions and report directly to the Campus Controller.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesReporting & Analysis:Lead daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reporting related to income statements and balance sheets.Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of operational reporting and prepare ad-hoc reports for management as needed.Reconcile and analyze monthly standard margins and sales data.Cost Accounting & Inventory:Manage all aspects of standard cost accounting for local products and inventory.Create and maintain budget and forecasting activities for inventory balances and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).Responsible for quarterly Excess & Obsolete (E&O) reserve calculations.Assist with annual physical inventory counts.Financial Close & General Accounting:Prepare monthly closing journal entries, make adjustments to financial records, and complete month-end financial statements.Perform monthly general ledger account reconciliations.Support the general accounting team with fixed assets, payables, and receivables related to cost issues.Monitor capital projects from inception through completion.Support compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program.Business Partnership & Process Improvement:Serve as a key financial business partner to leadership, operations, and supply chain teams.Continuously monitor and analyze department workflows to develop more efficient processes, procedures, and optimal resource utilization.Execute special projects to improve process efficiency and overall performance as assigned.Provide support and guidance to accounting staff to resolve issues with minimal supervision.Required Skills & Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience: 3 to 5 years of accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.Core Skills:Hands-on experience with Standard Cost Accounting, Monthly Close, and Production Reporting (Variable Cost, Productivity, Staffing).Experience with financial forecasting and budgeting processes.Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (advanced Excel preferred).Solid understanding of GAAP and statutory accounting concepts and principles.Key Attributes:Relentless drive for continuous process improvement.Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.A proactive, problem-solving mindset and dedication to achieving business goals.Work ConditionsPrimary work environment is an office setting located on-site in Houston, TX 77095.May require occasional exposure to facility/manufacturing areas, requiring adaptability to changing environments, noise levels, and the use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) upon hire. Completion of a background check and/or drug screening may be required as a condition of employment, in accordance with local laws and client requirements.