Associate Cost Accountant

About the Role

As an Associate Cost Accountant at Wheatland Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries, you will play a key role in supporting accurate product costing, inventory management, and financial reporting for our Warren, OH and Wheatland, PA facilities. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid foundation in accounting principles, providing the opportunity to contribute directly to operational efficiency and sound financial decision-making. You will collaborate with the Director of Accounting, the Pipe Finance Manager, and cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy of cost data, support variance analysis, and maintain compliance with accounting standards. This is a hybrid role with four in-office days (three in Warren, OH and one in Wheatland, PA) and one remote day. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, thrives in a collaborative environment, and enjoys applying accounting knowledge to manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Provides management with detailed cost data by extracting and analyzing production information.
• Reviews daily shift reports and work order confirmations to ensure accuracy.
• Ensures FIFO inventory costs are accurate by performing audits, investigations, and overhead calculations.
• Participates in the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual production and variance reporting.
• Assists auditors during annual physical inventory counts and provides requested information.
• Posts daily treasury management entries, tracking AP cash disbursements and payroll bank accounts.
• Assists with payroll general ledger postings by reviewing data from Workday.
• Supports intercompany accounting for cross-charges.
• Provides information for bank and collateral audits.
• Completes special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited university.
• 1–2 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Strong analytical and math skills.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in PC software with strong Excel skills; SAP experience a plus.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion.
• Detail-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Regular, predictable onsite attendance per the posted schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match (immediate vesting)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (low-cost, high-quality)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards

Schedule

This is a hybrid role with four in-office days (three in Warren, OH and one in Wheatland, PA) and one remote day.