Senior Cost Accountant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Senior Cost Accountant Full Time Professional Canton, MA, US Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually Job Summary The Senior Cost Accountant supports the day-to-day accounting operations, with a focus on cost accounting, accurate financial reporting, and inventory control. This role works closely with Operations, Production, and Finance leadership to ensure financial integrity, compliance, and timely month-end close. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain accurate cost accounting system that ensures accurate costing Responsible for all cost accounting activities, including standard cost maintenance, variance analysis, and production reporting Reconcile inventory accounts and assist with physical inventory counts and cycle counts Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and communicate findings to management Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and cost-related entries Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts Assist in preparing financial statements and internal management reportsSupport audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned Minimum Job Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum of 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, inventory and cost accounting Strong proficiency with accounting systems and ERP software (Epicor preferred) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas) Solid understanding of GAAP Online banking experience preferred High attention to detail and strong analytical skills Strong organizational and problem solving skills Must be a team player who also works well independently Candidate has capacity to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Remtec inc