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Job Title: Cost Accountant
Job Location: Manassas, VA
Job Duration: 6 Months on w2 (Temp-to-Hire)
Schedule: Onsite, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to support daily manufacturing finance operations at our production facility. This role will work closely with the Senior Manager of Finance to oversee cost accounting functions, inventory accuracy, standard costing, and month-end close activities. The ideal candidate will have strong manufacturing accounting experience, advanced ERP knowledge, and excellent analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and monitor the Work Order closure process to ensure timely and accurate completion
Perform all month-end cost accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
Review and enter daily production and consumption records into the ERP system
Verify monthly raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory cycle counts for accuracy and compliance
Maintain and audit cycle count documentation to ensure completeness and adherence to inventory control procedures
Monitor inventory transactions and manage documentation approvals, tracking, and filing processes
Analyze manufacturing variances and investigate discrepancies in product costing, routings, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Maintain and update standard costs for raw materials and intermediate items
Ensure accuracy of item attributes and costing structures that impact financial reporting and accounting flows
Assist with annual budgeting activities, including development of standard cost rates
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and support ad hoc financial analysis as needed
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Production, and Supply Chain teams to improve cost visibility and inventory accuracy
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3-5 years of experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing variances
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems; experience with Sage or JD Edwards (JDE) preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and formulas
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, and walk regularly throughout the workday
Occasionally lift up to 15 pounds as needed

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