Job Description

Cost Accountant

LHH is seeking a Cost Accountant to join a dynamic manufacturing organization. This role is critical in analyzing costs, assessing profitability, and providing strategic insights to optimize efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, identify cost reduction opportunities, and ensure accurate financial records. Come be part of an exciting time of growth within this family feel company!

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing standard vs. actual costs.
• Maintain and improve cost accounting systems and documentation.
• Collect and analyze data on raw materials, inventory, and labor costs.
• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost audits.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve cost efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 35 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ERP experience (SAP preferred)
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and GAAP.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.

Skills

• Ability to provide new processes from scratch
• Collaboration skills with various teams
• Upfront communication

Compensation

• $100,000-$130,000

Employment Type: Full time, Direct Hire

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Local area,

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