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Cost Accountant

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La Porte, IN (In Person)

$80,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 03/17/2026 (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Cost Accountant Salary:
$66,000-$95,000
Bonus:
Up to 6% annually
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Our client is a long‑established, highly stable specialty manufacturing organization with exceptional employee longevity and strong organizational stability. This role is a high‑impact Cost Accounting position supporting inventory, production operations, and month‑end close — offering strong visibility to leadership. Excellent opportunities for advancement — individuals in this role have historically moved up quickly due to performance and company commitment to developing talent. Strong benefits package, including very high employer‑paid medical coverage, paid time off, and additional personal time. Supportive, collaborative culture where accounting frequently partners with production, and team members are known for stepping in to help one another. Key Responsibilities for the
Cost Accountant:
Manage and monitor inventory, perform cycle counts, and collaborate with production teams on cost accuracy. Perform month‑end close, including GL balancing, allocations, and timely reporting. Investigate and analyze production variances and cost fluctuations; support material cost accuracy. Provide backup support across accounting functions including AP/AR, production accounting, and rental tracking. Utilize advanced Excel skills (SUMIFS, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, concatenation) and work within the company's ERP system. Qualifications for the
Cost Accountant:
Manufacturing cost accounting experience required. Strong Excel skills including SUMIFS, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, concatenation, and advanced formulas. Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; relevant experience also valued. #
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