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Accounting & Finance Location:

Mason City, Iowa Work Type:

Direct Hire Salary:

$72,000 - $90,000

Salary:

$72,000 - $90,000

Work Model:

On-Site Reference #: 46471 The Senior Project & Cost Accountant plays a key role in managing project financials, cost accounting, and reporting while ensuring compliance with established accounting standards and company policies. This position partners across teams to analyze costs, forecast profitability, develop accurate financial insights, and identify opportunities to improve business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical expertise, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Apply now to bring your accounting expertise to a role where your insights can make a meaningful impact.

Work Model:

On-Site What You Will Do:

Manage production and project cost accounting systems in compliance with

GAAP, ASC

606, and company policies Oversee month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis Monitor and forecast COGS, profitability, and project financial performance Partner with cross-functional teams to develop cost estimates, evaluate product changes, and identify profit improvement opportunities Prepare management reports, variance analyses, forecasts, and other financial insights to support decision-making Support budgeting processes, including standard costing, activity rates, and departmental expense planning Assist with audits, tax reporting, corporate requests, and compliance initiatives Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiency What You Will Need to

Be Successful:

Strong knowledge of

GAAP, ASC

606, and internal control requirements Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills Experience with ERP systems, preferably

SAP Benefits Overview:

Health insurance PTO 401k Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email afjobs@thepalmergroup.com. Apply Now "

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