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Cost Accountant

$80k - $100k

Creative Financial Staffing

Cost Accountant
Salary: $80,000-$100,000 + Bonus


A global manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Cost Accountant to join its growing finance team. This Cost Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while gaining exposure within a dynamic and expanding organization.
Why Join This Company as a Cost Accountant:
  • Highly respected, global, privately held organization
  • Strong opportunity to learn, grow, and expand your skill set
  • High-visibility role with exposure to leadership
  • Diverse and high-quality product portfolio
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Supportive leadership focused on building a strong team culture
Key Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant:
  • Support the Operations Finance Manager as a backup and key partner
  • Assist with month-end close, inventory valuation, and roll-forward analysis
  • Maintain inventory relief processes for subcomponents and finished goods
  • Conduct quarterly physical inventories and cycle counts, resolving discrepancies
  • Establish and update standard costs for manufactured products
  • Analyze cost accounting data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Develop cost structures across labor, overhead, and operational processes
  • Provide strategic recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability
  • Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis
Qualifications for the Cost Accountant:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2+ years of cost accounting experience
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
  • Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making

This Cost Accountant role is a great fit for a detail-oriented professional looking to grow within a collaborative and innovative environment. If you're seeking a high-impact Cost Accountant position with development opportunities and strong leadership support, this Cost Accountant opportunity could be the next step in your career.

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Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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