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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.
$84,271 / year median in Georgia
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Cost Accountant at Judge Direct Placement Cost Accountant at Judge Direct Placement in Brunswick, Georgia Posted in about 18 hours ago.
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full-time Manufacturing company in the Brunswick, GA area is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant who is responsible for analyzing manufacturing expenses, maintaining standard costing systems, evaluating inventory, and performing cost-variance reporting across production operations. Working closely with operations, supply chain, and plant leadership, this role provides actionable financial insights to optimize manufacturing margins, manage inventory risks, and ensure accurate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reporting.
Responsibilities Costing & Variance Analysis :
Establish and update standard costs (BOMs and routings); analyze monthly Purchase Price Variance (PPV), labor efficiency, material usage, and overhead absorption
Inventory & Month-End Close :
Prepare month-end GL journal entries for inventory, COGS, scrap, and reserves; reconcile inventory sub-ledgers to the general ledger
Audit & Control :
Direct cycle counts and annual physical inventory counts; manage calculations for slow-moving, obsolete, and excess (SLOB) inventory
Operational Collaboration :
Partner with plant management to evaluate scrap, production downtime, product line margins, and ROI on proposed capital expenditures (CapEx)
Requirements Education & Experience :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 3+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in a manufacturing environment
Technical Skills :
Deep understanding of GAAP, standard costing, and inventory valuation methods; proficiency with ERP manufacturing systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics 365) and advanced Excel Certifications (Preferred) : CMA or CPA credential