Cost Accountant

Job Title: Cost Accountant Job Description The Cost Accountant will partner closely with the Director of Finance to support the companys manufacturing accounting and financial reporting activities. The primary focus of this position is understanding and analyzing costs, supporting budgeting and forecasting, identifying cost variances, and assisting with month-end close. Responsibilities Analyze manufacturing, labor, and overhead costs against standards and identify variances. Support cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting activities. Complete month-end close responsibilities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Maintain customer and vendor setup and supporting documentation. Support Accounts Receivable activities, including past-due follow-up, claims disputes, and credit checks. Support Accounts Payable and other accounting functions as needed. Partner with the Director of Finance on accounting analysis and other assigned projects. Essential Skills Cost accounting exposure Cost and budget experience Month-end accounting experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field OR 2+ years of accounting experience Working knowledge of AR, AP, and collections Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel Ability to work in a fast-paced accounting environment Additional Skills & Qualifications Manufacturing accounting experience Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience Experience with another accounting system Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Long Prairie, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. High or low deductible, HSA, 401k with match, PTO, Bereavement Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Long Prairie, MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Long Prairie,MN. Equal Opportunity & Equal Employment Opportunity The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Reasonable Accommodation If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io (%View email address on click.appcast.io) for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aston Carter