Senior Cost Accountant

Job Details

About the role

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Brandon DeDeker

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close process for a manufacturing site, ensuring accurate reporting across materials, labor, and overhead
• Dive into variances (PPV, material, labor, overhead) and drive real solutions, not just reporting
• Partner with operations, procurement, and leadership to identify cost savings and efficiency gains
• Improve and challenge costing structures, standards, and assumptions
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning with strong financial modeling
• Build and maintain cost models, pricing inputs, and operational metrics
• Drive continuous improvement across financial processes and reporting

Requirements

• 5–10 years in cost accounting or manufacturing finance
• Strong experience in a plant or production environment
• Hands-on ownership of month-end close and variance analysis
• ERP system experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Someone who can work independently but also influence across teams

Qualifications

A bit about us: We’re proud to support a long-standing industry leader focused on elevating everyday moments through high-quality while serving a broad mix of foodservice and consumer markets, this organization is committed to enhancing how people gather, serve, and celebrate, while continuing to prioritize convenience and sustainability. With a deep legacy in the space, they’ve built a reputation around innovation, reliability, and a team that consistently delivers. Their product range spans everything from essential tabletop items to specialty serving solutions, helping customers create memorable experiences across a wide variety of settings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Generous time off to recharge
• Retail planning support
• Clear paths for career growth and advancement
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional benefits to support what matters most, on and off the job

Pay

$85,000 - $100,000 per year

Schedule

N/A

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.