Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Cost Accountant | Pay Range: $$82,800 - $103,000 | Monday - Friday, 7 :30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Direct Hire

What Matters Most

• Competitive Pay of $82,800 - $103,000
• Schedule: Mon - Fri 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Location: Hampton, GA
• Direct deposit or pay card

When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our Finance team. This role is critical to maintaining accurate product costs, analyzing variances, and partnering with Operations to drive profitability. You will own cost accounting processes end-to-end, from inventory valuation to margin analysis, and provide insights that directly impact business decisions.

Essential Responsibilities:

• C osting & Inventory
  • Maintain and update standard costs for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
  • Perform monthly inventory valuation, reconciliation, and physical inventory/cycle count analysis
  • Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and cost variances

• Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Prepare monthly cost variance analysis: PPV, material usage, labor & overhead
  • Analyze manufacturing costs and gross margins by product line, SKU, and location
  • Support month-end close: journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations related to COGS and inventory
  • Develop and maintain KPI dashboards for cost performance

• Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to develop annual standard costs and budgets
  • Provide cost projections for new products, promotions, and capital projects

• Process Improvement & Controls
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls related to inventory and costing
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline costing procedures and improve accuracy
  • Support annual audits and provide documentation for external auditors

• Cross-Functional Partnership
  • Work closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Sales to understand cost drivers and pricing strategies
  • Educate plant and operations teams on cost concepts and variance impacts

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, distribution, or agribusiness
• Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory accounting
• Advanced Excel skills: pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS
• Experience with ERP systems; [UKG, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite – insert what Southern States uses]
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification
• Experience with BOMs and routings
• Knowledge of job costing or process costing
• Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools

Benefits and Perks:

• Pay Rate
• Medical Benefits
• Holidays
• Training & Growth

Your New Organization:

Our client provides high-voltage switching solutions that protect critical infrastructure and enable the reliable transfer of bulk power across the electrical grid. With decades of engineering expertise, the company delivers industry-leading equipment, solutions, and services designed to safeguard substations, transmission systems, and distribution networks.

Your Career Partner:

The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

The base pay range for this position is $82,800 - $103,000 excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.

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The Reserves Network is more than a staffing agency—we're a career partner. With a strong reputation for placing top talent across eight key specialties— Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & Professional, Accounting & Finance, Healthcare, Engineering, Executive & Management, Real Estate, and Information Technology—we prioritize your professional growth and job satisfaction. We offer personalized career guidance, access to exclusive job opportunities, and a supportive team dedicated to helping you reach your career goals. When you join The Reserves Network, you're not just filling a position; you're building a career with a company that values your skills and aspirations.

Company Description

The Reserves Network is more than a staffing agency—we're a career partner. With a strong reputation for placing top talent across eight key specialties— Industrial & Manufacturing, Office & Professional, Accounting & Finance, Healthcare, Engineering, Executive & Management, Real Estate, and Information Technology—we prioritize your professional growth and job satisfaction. We offer personalized career guidance, access to exclusive job opportunities, and a supportive team dedicated to helping you reach your career goals. When you join The Reserves Network, you're not just filling a position; you're building a career with a company that values your skills and aspirations.