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Cost Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing

Cost Accountant

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a Cost Accountant with a strong technical foundation and a passion for process improvement. This role offers the chance to make a real impact while supporting inventory and cost accounting operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily cost and inventory transactions within the ERP system
  • Ensure accuracy of BOMs, inventory balances, and excess/obsolete reserves
  • Lead inventory counts and revaluation at year-end
  • Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX controls

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • 3+ years of accounting experience in manufacturing or manufacturing support
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting and BOM processes
  • ERP experience preferred

This is a great opportunity for a Cost Accountant looking to grow their career while helping improve manufacturing and inventory processes.

Creative Financial Staffing
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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