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Robert Half
Cost Accountant
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What they do
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.
$80,049 / year median in Illinois
-6% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Plainfield, Indiana. This position will play a key role in strengthening cost visibility, supporting operational decision-making, and improving financial accuracy across production activities. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing accounting and can translate detailed cost data into meaningful business insight.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze production costs and maintain accurate product costing to support pricing, profitability, and financial reporting decisions.
- Monitor job-level and standard costs, identifying variances and explaining the operational drivers behind cost fluctuations.
- Review and maintain bills of material to help ensure cost data reflects current manufacturing processes and component usage.
- Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate inventory activity and improve the accuracy of cost-related records.
- Lead or support cycle count reviews and inventory reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely and controlled manner.
- Prepare regular cost analysis reports that highlight trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for margin improvement.
- Assist with month-end close activities related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing accounting entries.
- Utilize ERP tools such as NetSuite or Epicor to manage cost data, reporting, and system-based financial analysis.