Cost Accountant

Summary: The Cost Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of our cost accounting and inventory management processes. This role provides critical financial analysis and operational insights to support profitability, improve decision-making, and maintain compliance with statutory, regulatory, and audit requirements. The Cost Accountant partners closely with Finance, Operations, and IT to drive process improvements and enhance ERP system accuracy and reporting capabilities. The Cost Accountant should have at least 3 years of experience in accounting experience within a manufacturing environment Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field 3-5 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment Experience managing inventory accounting and inventory control processes Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Aptean, or Microsoft Dynamics is a plus Experience in a job shop, manufacturing, or defense contracting environment is preferred Familiarity with government contract accounting and audit requirements is preferred Travel Requirements Ability to travel periodically between Wisconsin and Michigan facilities Physical Requirements Position requires extended periods of sitting and computer use Inventory Management & Cost Control Lead and manage monthly physical inventory counts, cycle count programs, and excess and obsolete inventory reserve analyses Coordinate and oversee annual physical inventory audits, serving as the primary scheduler and on-site audit liaison Maintain and update standard cost systems, including raw materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead rates Ensure inventory valuation accuracy and compliance with company policies and accounting standards Financial Analysis & Reporting Analyze and report daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing variances, including purchase price variances (PPV), labor efficiency, and scrap variances Partner with Operations and leadership teams to evaluate product-line profitability, identify margin erosion risks, and support pricing strategy decisions Prepare and analyze financial reports to identify trends, cost drivers, and opportunities for operational improvement Accounting & Compliance Lead cost accounting month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis Support Percentage of Completion (POC) and Estimate at Completion (EAC) accounting activities in collaboration with the Director of Finance and Controller, Defense Programs Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting processes as needed Support external and government audits, including BDO, DCAA, and DCMA reviews Ensure compliance with company policies, departmental procedures, ISO 9001 requirements, and applicable government regulations Process Improvement & Systems Support Collaborate with IT and Operations to improve ERP functionality, automate workflows, and enhance data accuracy and reporting efficiency Recommend and implement process improvements that strengthen internal controls and operational performance Perform other duties and special projects as assigned WHO WE ARE Choosing the Hire Road is about shared success, active and committed partnerships and relationships that last. Hire Road is solely focused on connecting highly skilled professionals with leading organizations. We are a solutions-based, results-oriented staffing company specializing in a wide range of industry specific practices. To put it simply, we recruit, screen and hire talented people for temporary and full-time positions. This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty. #J-18808-Ljbffr