Estimator/contractor

Position Overview A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join its finance team. This role will support cost accounting and general ledger functions, ensuring accurate tracking of product costs, inventory activity, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with job or product costing, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of core accounting principles. Key Responsibilities Analyze and monitor product and job costing to ensure accurate cost allocation Prepare and post journal entries related to cost accounting and inventory transactions Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including inventory and cost-related accounts Assist with the month-end close process, including reviewing trial balances and supporting schedules Support inventory tracking and variance analysis, identifying discrepancies and trends Prepare bank and account reconciliations and investigate differences as needed Work closely with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate cost reporting Assist with financial reporting and internal management reporting Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and analysis Identify opportunities to improve cost tracking and accounting processes Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 2-4 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or a cost-focused role Understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, or job costing principles Experience with general ledger accounting and balance sheet reconciliations Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting or ERP systems Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Qualifications Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environments Exposure to inventory management systems or ERP platforms Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; office location and other geographic considerations; With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.