Cost Accountant

The Cost Accountant plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations and executive decision-making through accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and financial analysis.

Reporting to the Director of FP&A, this role is responsible for maintaining standard costs, performing cost roll activities, analyzing manufacturing variances, and ensuring the integrity of inventory and cost accounting systems.

This position serves as a key financial partner to manufacturing leadership, plant teams, engineering, sales, and marketing by providing actionable insights into product profitability, operating performance, and cost improvement opportunities.

The role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex cost data into meaningful business insights.Skills/Experience Requirements


* Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting, preferably in a plant or plant-support role.


* Solid foundation in general accounting principles.


* Experience with standard cost systems and cost accounting methodologies is strongly preferred.


* Working knowledge of shop floor control systems, perpetual inventory systems, and related financial controls is desirable.


* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret large data sets.


* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).


* Experience with Hyperion Essbase and enterprise ERP systems is desirable.

Education Requirements


* BS in Finance or Accounting

Skills/Experience Requirements


* Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting, preferably in a plant or plant-support role.


* Solid foundation in general accounting principles.


* Experience with standard cost systems and cost accounting methodologies is strongly preferred.


* Working knowledge of shop floor control systems, perpetual inventory systems, and related financial controls is desirable.


* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret large data sets.


* Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.


* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required).


* Experience with Hyperion Essbase and enterprise ERP systems is desirable.

Education Requirements


* BS in Finance or Accounting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Maintain and updat...