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Senior Cost Accountant Salary:

$115K-$135

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Athol, MA Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Join a reputable manufacturing company specializing in complex aerospace, defense, submarine, and precision-engineered products Play an integral role in project accounting, with roughly 50% of responsibilities dedicated to percentage-of-completion revenue recognition Collaborate closely with senior finance leadership and manufacturing operations on key financial initiatives Develop a deeper understanding of contract manufacturing, production costs, and project profitability Help drive improvements in financial processes, cost analysis, and operational reporting Position yourself for continued professional growth within an evolving accounting and finance department

Senior Cost Accountant Key Responsibilities:

Oversee cost accounting and financial tracking for specialized manufacturing contracts and projects Calculate and record percentage-of-completion revenue under ASC 606 guidelines Evaluate WIP balances, direct labor, material costs, and production-related variances Work alongside production teams to assess project spending, margins, and overall financial performance Analyze financial statements and ensure accurate recognition of manufacturing costs and revenue Contribute to monthly closing activities, general ledger reconciliations, and financial reporting Recommend enhancements to accounting procedures, cost controls, and reporting efficiencies Qualifications of the

Senior Cost Accountant:

Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused on manufacturing or cost accounting Bachelor's degree in Accounting required Demonstrated knowledge of job costing, contract accounting, or project-based manufacturing environments Familiarity with ASC 606 and hands-on percentage-of-completion revenue recognition highly desirable Strong foundation in GAAP, financial statement analysis, and manufacturing accounting practices Experience supporting aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or custom production operations preferred Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong Excel proficiency, and confidence working across accounting and operational teams #LI-JS33 EB-1232978833