Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Summary Ensure relevant corporate policy and internal controls / cost accounting roadmap are administered within the assigned business unit, and act as the site finance representative over inventory. Communicate results, analysis, and actions to a diverse and multi-functional management team. Assist in or lead month‑end close, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support Operations team by providing monthly results of Key Business Metrics. Organize cost accounting functions prior to physical inventory (if required) and produce all applicable reports. Maintain adequate inventory; review inventory scrap and other adjustments. Support Sales Team by developing manufacturing cost estimates and providing product line margin analysis. Support company controller in directing budget and cost controls, financial analysis, and accounting procedures. Contribute to the annual budget process and quarterly forecast process through preparation of necessary analysis & reporting. Establish and maintain budgeted and actual cost pools and allocations for the commercial business. Establish and maintain labor and overhead rates. Provide periodic revenue, margin & variance analysis, and ad‑hoc product costing. Perform the periodic settlements of projects and production orders; analyze open/closed work order variances and follow up as required. Support Finance and Sarbanes‑Oxley audits as needed. Job Skills & Abilities Ability to collaborate and develop effective working relationships with internal and external partners. Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as within a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written. Strong customer focus. Thoughtful, timely, and disciplined follow‑through on assignments. Unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint. Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERPs). Demonstrated technical skills in account reconciliation, cost analysis, and month‑end close responsibilities. Ability to plan and manage multiple projects successfully. Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy. Proven skills in problem analysis and resolution. Ability to work as required to meet deadlines. Education and Experience At least 2–3 years in a similar position (preferably in manufacturing companies). Mid‑level Excel user. Understanding of ERP systems. Capability to explain a walk‑through cost roll (Bill of Materials & Engineering routings). Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Minimum of 4 years’ work experience in cost accounting, business analysis, or forecasting. Experience working in accounting within the manufacturing industry required. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Able to travel as needed (occasional). Must be able to access and navigate each department at organization facilities. Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Disability Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Equal Opportunity Employment NHBB is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Compliance Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. Pay Range $89k to $100k DOE #J-18808-Ljbffr