Cost Accountant

What you’ll do

• Maintain and analyze standard costs for products and services
• Complete daily settlement of production orders and inventory adjustments
• Prepare cost accounting reports and financial analyses
• Monitor inventory transactions and reconcile inventory accounts
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual cost variance analyses
• Analyze manufacturing, labor, material, and overhead costs
• Aid in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Review and validate bills of materials (BOMs) and routing information
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls
• Prepare journal entries related to inventory and cost accounting
• Investigate cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, production, and finance teams to improve cost efficiency
• Develop and maintain cost accounting procedures and documentation
• Generate management reports highlighting cost trends and performance metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2–5 years of accounting or cost accounting experience
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Experience with business intelligence and reporting tools