Cost Accountant

Description Ascentec Engineering is hiring! We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands‑on Cost Accountant to join our growing manufacturing company. This role is responsible for analyzing product costs, maintaining accurate inventory and manufacturing cost data, supporting financial reporting, and helping management make informed operational and pricing decisions. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, enjoys digging into data, and can partner effectively with both finance and operations teams. This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) and not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain standard costs. Analyze costs performance against expectations. Support month‑end close activities related to inventory, work‑in‑process, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing variances Partner with operations, purchasing, and engineering to ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and ERP data integrity Assist with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and inventory trends to identify risks and opportunities Develop and improve cost reports, models, and internal controls to support decision‑making in a growing business Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3+ years of accounting experience, with cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and general accounting principles Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to communicate clearly with both financial and operational teams Self‑starter who can adapt in a growing company environment Compensation / Benefits $70,000 to $110,000 DOE Dental and Medical with vision coverage insurance plans offered STD/LTD & Life insurance plans offered FSA and DCA available PTO and Holiday pay Immediate 100% vesting Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement saving plan with matching contributions Educational aid program available Purchase discounts, membership discounts, and many other incentives Other Requirements Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment. ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr