Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant (Manufacturing) Wayne, NJ Area | Full-Time | Onsite Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Wayne, NJ area, is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its growing accounting team. This onsite role is ideal for an accounting professional with manufacturing experience who enjoys partnering with operations to improve financial performance and drive process efficiencies. Responsibilities Maintain standard cost accounting systems and analyze manufacturing variances. Reconcile raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished goods inventory. Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and assist with month‑end close. Partner with production leadership to analyze costs, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency. Assist with annual budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting. Support physical inventory counts and internal/external audits. Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2+ years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and GAAP. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Dynamics GP. CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification is highly preferred. Bilingual Spanish is a plus. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Performance‑based bonus opportunity Comprehensive, low‑cost health benefits Pension/profit‑sharing retirement plan Opportunity to work with an established manufacturing organization in a collaborative environment Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring