Cost Accountant

Location: Elkhart, IN | Full-Time | Salary (Exempt) | Reports To: Controller

About the Role

Worldwide Foam is seeking a Cost Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings expertise in cost accounting principles. You will play a critical role in managing and analyzing the company's product and process costs (COGS), supporting strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial insights, and working closely with the operations team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational costs and provide key insights
• Maintain and update standard costs for inventory and assembled goods
• Report COGS results with expected vs. actuals to operations
• Manage variance accounts and ensure internal controls compliance
• Create and validate BOMs and new item entries
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and cross-functional projects
• Support finance and accounting team members when needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing
• Solid grasp of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Proficiency with ERP/costing systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or Dynamics)
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure setting

Benefits

At Worldwide Foam, you'll be part of a company that values continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and employee development. We foster a culture where initiative is encouraged, training is prioritized, and your contributions have real impact.