Cost Estimator Immediate Need
Creative Financial Staffing
Cost Accountant About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Cost Accountant to support a manufacturing-focused accounting team during a transition period. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in maintaining accurate cost data and supporting day-to-day operations.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with operations, analyzing costs, and making an immediate impact .
Key Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant
Support cost accounting activities within a manufacturing environment
Assist with inventory valuation, cost tracking, and variance analysis
Partner with operations to ensure accurate production cost reporting
Contribute to month-end close , including reconciliations related to inventory and cost
Help maintain and update standard costs
Qualifications of the Cost Accountant
2-5+ years of accounting experience ( cost or inventory experience preferred )
- Exposure to manufacturing, inventory, or operational accounting
- Understanding of cost tracking, inventory, and variances
- Ability to work on-site Monday-Friday
- Experience with standard costing or bill of materials (BOM)
Exposure to fixed assets or plant accounting
ERP system experience (Oracle or similar a plus)
Intermediate Excel skills
Ability to collaborate with both finance and operations teams
Immediate opportunity to make an impact in a critical function
Exposure to manufacturing operations and cross-functional teams
Defined project with meaningful, hands-on experience
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$73k - $90k
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