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Ready to own and elevate the cost accounting function for a growing manufacturing organization? This is a high-impact role where you'll drive standard cost accuracy, partner closely with operations, and influence key business decisions. Sr.

Cost Accountant Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Take ownership of the cost accounting function and become a key partner to both finance and operation

• Gain broad cross-functional exposure with visibility across manufacturing, inventory, pricing, and financial reporting
• Play a critical role in developing and maintaining standard costing methodologies that drive business performance
• Influence operational decision-making through cost analysis, inventory insights, and financial recommendations
• Join a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts profitability and process improvement

Target Compensation:

105k-125k plus bonus (based off experience) Key Responsibilities for the Sr.

Cost Accountant:

Lead and enhance cost accounting processes, documentation, and controls

• Develop, maintain, and validate standard costs, including labor and overhead rates
• Analyze inventory valuation, movement, and manufacturing cost variances
• Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and new product cost estimation activities
• Manage month-end costing and inventory close activities, including reconciliations and journal entry reviews Qualifications for the Sr.

Cost Accountant:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, or related field

• 5-7 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience developing, implementing, and maintaining standard cost systems
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience with inventory and manufacturing reporting #SrCostAccountant #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs #ManufacturingJobs EB-1908428876