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Job Description
Senior Cost Accounting Analyst Staffmark Group $50.00-$55.00 United States, Texas, Lake Jackson Jun 09, 2026
Hunter Hamilton is partnering with a global manufacturing leader to identify a Senior Cost Accounting Analyst for a high-impact opportunity supporting one of the organization's largest and most strategically important manufacturing operations. This on-site position in Lake Jackson, TX is a temporary-to-possible-hire opportunity offering $50-$55/hour based on experience. The role provides exceptional exposure to manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and SAP within a complex production environment while partnering closely with plant leadership, engineering teams, and business unit stakeholders to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and profitability. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing cost accountant seeking a visible role with the potential for long-term career growth. Why This Opportunity? High-visibility role supporting a major manufacturing site and business division Direct partnership with operations, engineering, and leadership teams Hands-on SAP experience in a complex manufacturing environment Opportunity to contribute to budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and strategic decision-making Potential for long-term employment through a temporary-to-hire arrangement What You'll Do As a key member of the finance team, you will support manufacturing cost control and site accounting activities while providing critical financial insights to business leaders.
Responsibilities include:
Leading monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities
Preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
Supporting inventory accounting and physical inventory observations
Reviewing fixed assets and supporting capitalization and depreciation processes
Developing management reports and providing ad hoc financial analysis
Coordinating forecasts and supporting annual budgeting activities
Maintaining and supporting standard cost methodologies and cost-setting processes
Ensuring compliance with
U.S. GAAP, SOX
requirements, and internal controls
Supporting internal and external audit activities
Partnering with manufacturing and engineering teams to identify and quantify cost savings opportunities
Tracking productivity initiatives and measuring financial impact What We're Looking For Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers, inventory accounting, and financial analysis
Experience with month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls/SOX requirements
ERP system experience required; SAP experience highly preferred
CPA and/or CMA certification preferred
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Compensation & Benefits $50-$55/hour depending on experience Through Hunter Hamilton, talent receive: Weekly pay
Direct deposit
Temporary health benefits
Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment Additional Information This is an on-site position located in Lake Jackson, TX.
This opportunity is temporary-to-possible hire.
Candidates who receive an offer will be required to successfully complete a credit check as part of the pre-employment process. If you're an experienced manufacturing cost accountant looking for a highly visible role where you can make a measurable impact on business performance, we'd love to speak with you. About Us Hunter Hamilton is a high-performance professional search firm specializing connecting finance, HR, operations, and legal talent with leading employers. Hunter Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Hunter Hamilton offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Hunter Hamilton is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.