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Manufacturing Cost Accountant
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A Cost Accountant analyzes the cost of company products or services, determines factors affecting costs, and makes recommendations for managing costs. Analyzes financial processes within a company or organization and develops internal cost reporting and accounting systems.
$91,680 / year median in California
-5% projected decline
Job Description
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Seeking a Cost Accountant for stellar manufacturing client! Step into a Cost Accountant role where your insights directly influence profitability, operational strategy, and high-impact business decisions. This Cost Accountant opportunity gives you visibility across manufacturing, finance leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Cost Accountant Salary:
$80k - $100kLocation:
100% Onsite. Open to candidates within a reasonable commute range of company headquarters.Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Gain direct exposure to operations leadership and play a critical role in cost reduction strategy as a Cost Accountant
- Be the go-to Cost Accountant driving margin improvement and influencing key financial decisions
- Work in a stable, high-revenue organization within a cutting-edge manufacturing environment
- Lead annual inventory processes and own financial accuracy—high visibility, high impact
- Expand your skillset in ERP systems and process improvements, enhancing your career as a Cost Accountant
- Partner cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and operations for broader business exposure
- Participate in Lean and Theory of Constraints initiatives that elevate your expertise as a Cost Accountant
- Build forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning experience beyond traditional accounting roles
- Opportunity to grow into senior accounting or leadership roles from this Cost Accountant position Key Responsibilities for the
Cost Accountant:
- Manage cost accounting transactions and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Analyze inventory valuation, cycle counts, and cost accuracy to prevent write-offs
- Support operational teams with cost reduction analysis and financial insights
- Prepare and update standard costs and cost rolls across manufacturing processes
- Assist with P&Ls, forecasts, budgets, and financial reporting
- Lead physical inventory counts and support ERP system enhancements Qualifications for the
Cost Accountant:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 4+ years of Cost Accountant experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, financial reporting, and inventory management
- Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills #CostAccountant #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs Click here to apply online EB-1836843816