Cost Accountant

## Cost AccountantApplylocations: Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc - Mequon, WI: Charter Dura-Bar - Woodstock, IL: Charter Aarrowcast - Shawano, WItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R07943## Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!This position is hybrid 3 days a week in office in either Woodstock, IL or Shawano, WI with monthly travel to the opposite site. POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION: Serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting. Lead month-end close activities, perform advanced cost and margin analysis, and partner cross-functionally to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial performance.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.* 4–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.* Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel.* Understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:* CPA, CMA, or MBA.* 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments.* Experience leading close processes or improvement initiatives.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:* Lead monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll-ups and reconciliations.* Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights.* Support standard cost setting and periodic updates.* Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities.* Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions.* Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting.* Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy.* Provide support for other accounting functions when needed* Support and guide junior accountants, sharing technical expertise and best practices.* Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.* Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.#CharterCastingWe offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO). #J-18808-Ljbffr