Cost Accountant

Overview We are seeking a Cost Accountant with a strong business partnering mindset to support decision-making and analytics across our manufacturing operations. This role sits at the intersection of Finance and Operations and plays a critical part in helping leaders understand performance, identify trends, and drive informed operational and financial decisions. Key Responsibilities Business Partnership & Decision Support Serve as a trusted finance partner to Operations and Manufacturing leaders. Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders. Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities throughout the month. Ask thoughtful questions and respectfully challenge assumptions. Partner with Finance and Operations leadership to support enterprise-level decision-making and advance digital and analytical maturity across manufacturing. Manufacturing Cost & Performance Analytics Analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), labor, materials, overhead, and inventory movements. Deliver timely reporting and insights to Manufacturing FP&A and operational teams. Identify cost drivers and performance trends impacting margin and efficiency. Manufacturing Close & Reporting Reconcile inventory transactions and valuations. Ensure accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods. Manage allocations and intercompany eliminations (Revenue, COGS, Inventory). Review and resolve purchase order and purchase price variances. Provide clarity and context on monthly results. Planning, Budgeting & Standard Cost Management Prepare SAP for each planning cycle (accounts, cost centers, elements). Maintain and enhance allocation models. Develop, maintain, and refine standard costs for labor, overhead, and materials. Partner with Operations to explain cost drivers, tradeoffs, and implications. Identify opportunities for cost control and savings. Controls, Compliance & Continuous Improvement Maintain inventory classifications and system integrity. Audit SAP controls to ensure data accuracy and compliance. Own standard cost rolls and related system maintenance, including order settlements. Support internal and external audits; ensure adherence to GAAP and internal controls. Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Support system enhancements and adoption of best practices. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. 5+ years of accounting experience. 3+ years of cost or manufacturing accounting experience. Preferred Strong SAP experience. Experience in a standard cost environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Business Partner Profile Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand how the business operates. Confidence to ask questions and respectfully challenge assumptions. Ability to influence without authority through insight and credibility. Benefits Health insurance Flexible spending accounts Health savings account 401(k) savings plan Life and disability insurance Tuition assistance and more Equal Opportunity Employer Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr