Cost Accounting Support Specialist

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update cost standards, product costs, and related accounting records within company systems.
• Assist with the analysis of material, labor, overhead, and other cost elements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support ongoing maintenance of company MSRP, wholesale price lists, and customer-specific pricing structures.
• Affirm inventory costing activities, product cost updates, and cost-related data validations.
• Prepare and post journal entries and support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Generate, compile, and analyze cost accounting reports and financial data to support management decision-making.
• Research and resolve cost-related discrepancies and assist with corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams to gather and validate cost information.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis activities by providing accurate cost data and reporting.
• Complete ad hoc analyses, reporting requests, and special projects as assigned.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and a commitment to supporting company objectives while providing excellent internal customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of accounting, finance, or cost accounting support experience required.
• Basic understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting, and financial reporting preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems preferred.