Cost Accountant Position Available In Pinellas, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Cost Accountant position involves analyzing manufacturing costs, preparing cost reports, and assisting with budgeting and variance analysis. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 2+ years of cost accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, and strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, and the company is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our finance team. This role is responsible for analyzing manufacturing costs, preparing cost reports, and assisting with budgeting and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of cost accounting principles, and experience in a manufacturing or production-based environment.
Responsibilities:
Analyze and monitor material, labor, and overhead costs. Maintain and update standard costs in the system. Perform cost variance analysis and report findings to management. Support inventory valuation, cycle counts, and reconciliations. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end closing processes. Prepare detailed cost reports for internal use. Collaborate with operations and procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 2+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite). Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
