Cost Accountant

Ready to take ownership of cost accounting in a dynamic food and agriculture environment? This is an excellent opportunity to partner directly with plant leadership, drive operational insights, and build visibility across a growing organization. Cost Accountant Salary: $80,000-95,00 Location: Wellington, Florida Why This Opportunity Stands Out Serve as the lead cost accounting resource for multiple processing facilities across the Eastern region. Gain direct exposure to plant operations, manufacturing leadership, and executive finance teams. Play a strategic role in budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and operational decision-making. Partner closely with operations to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements. Enjoy a highly visible position with the ability to influence financial and operational performance. Build expertise in manufacturing costing, inventory controls, and ERP-driven financial analysis. Participate in capital project analysis and ROI evaluations that support company growth initiatives. Work in a collaborative environment where finance is viewed as a key business partner to operations. Key Responsibilities For The Cost Accountant Develop, maintain, and analyze standard costs, product costing, and manufacturing variances. Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and inventory control initiatives. Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for plant operations. Partner with plant management to provide financial analysis, operational insights, and process improvement recommendations. Support audits, management reporting, and special projects as needed. Qualifications For The Cost Accountant Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related business field. Background in Cost Accounting or Accounting. Minimum 5+ years of accounting experience. Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with a strong understanding of GAAP principles. #J-18808-Ljbffr