Cost Accountant

Role Overview: The Cost Accountant is responsible for developing and maintaining standard costs, analyzing manufacturing expenses, and providing insights to enhance efficiency and profitability. Working closely with plant operations and finance teams, the role involves ensuring accurate inventory valuation, analyzing cost variances, and supporting monthly financial closing processes. Key Duties Develop and update standard costs, focusing on cost-saving opportunities.Align with planning, sourcing, and production teams on material pricing, labor, and machine costs.Compile and review labor and manufacturing spend reports, facilitating meetings to identify risks and opportunities.Analyze production cost variances, identify drivers, and collaborate on corrective actions.Prepare and post accounting journal entries for monthly closing.Support inventory counts and balance sheet reconciliations.Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.Identify and implement process improvements for better data accuracy and efficiency. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.2+ years of relevant experience; manufacturing experience is a plus.Strong understanding of accounting principles.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP or ERP systems preferred.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.