Cost Accountant Position Available In St. Lucie, Florida

Job Description:

Cost Accountant / AP Manager needed for a growing boatmanufacturer in the Fort Pierce area This Jobot Job is hosted by:

Kyle Beard Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the “ApplyNow” button and sending us your resume.

Salary:

$70,000 – $85,000per year A bit about us: Our client is a 30-year-old publiclylisted company based in Fort Pierce, Florida. With decades ofexperience in designing and manufacturing high-performance boats,they pride themselves on delivering exceptional products thatenhance the boating experience. Why join us? Growth potential!

Health Benefits PTO/Vacation/Holiday Flexibility Job Details We areseeking a sharp, decisive, and results-driven Cost Accountant / APManager to take full ownership of companywide budgeting, expensecontrol, vendor management, and purchasing oversight. This is astandalone role with high visibility and accountability, reportingdirectly to the CEO. The ideal candidate will be hands-on,proactive, and capable of managing financial discipline acrossevery department—manufacturing, sales, administration, and G&A.This person will set up and enforce budgets, approve all expenses,and negotiate all vendor agreements to optimize cost structure andimprove profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

Create and managedepartmental budgets across all functional areas Enforce budgetdiscipline; monitor actual vs. budgeted spend monthly Approve allcompany expenses and purchases Source and negotiate pricing for allmaterials, components, equipment, and services Review andrenegotiate all vendor and service contracts (insurance, materials,IT, etc.) Manage AP processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, andalignment with cash flow strategy Work with department heads toforecast operational spending and identify cost savings Track COGSand SG&A trends to inform executive decisions Audit vendors forcompliance with agreed pricing and terms

Requirements:

Bachelor’sdegree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMApreferred) 5 years of relevant experience in cost accounting,budgeting, or AP management Deep knowledge of procurement, APprocesses, and financial controls Strong negotiation skills andvendor relationship management Expert-level Excel and ERP/reportingsystems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP) Self-starter mentality;thrives in a lean, fast-paced environment Highly detail-orientedwith a command-and-control mindset Interested in hearing more? EasyApply now by clicking the “Apply Now” button. Jobot is an EqualOpportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment thatcelebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity orexpression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, stateor local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform backgroundchecks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualifiedcandidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with anyapplicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminalbackgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles FairChance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair ChanceOrdinance.