Accountant – Manufacturing

CRP Industries Inc.; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Conway, SC is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant. The role involves maintaining costs, analyzing variances, preparing inventory valuations, and supporting financial processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in accounting, with 3-5 years experience in cost accounting preferred. Excellent analytical and Excel skills are essential, along with knowledge of ERP systems.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or product-based setting.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.
• Experience with financial security and understanding of GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update cost of products including materials, labor, and overhead allocations.
• Monitor and analyze cost variances, investigate discrepancies, and recommend solutions.
• Prepare inventory valuations and reconcile them with the general ledger.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems (Sage X3 preferred)

Job description

CRP Industries Inc. is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team at our Conway, South Carolina facility.

Location: Conway, SC | Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00

Essential Functions

• Maintain and update cost of products, including materials, labor, and overhead allocations.
• Monitor and analyze cost variances; investigate discrepancies and recommend solutions.
• Prepare inventory valuations and reconcile with the general ledger.
• Work with Operations to coordinate physical inventory and cycle counting process. Reconcile results to general ledger.
• Support month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities related to cost accounting.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost tracking, reporting, and identify potential efficiency opportunities and cost savings.
• Prepare cost estimates for new and existing products, including BOM (Bill of Materials) analysis.
• Provide cost analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.
• Deliver ad hoc reporting and insights for leadership.
• Guide other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy, applying observations and recommendations to operational issues.
• Maintain financial security and confidentiality of company information.
• Avoid legal challenges by understanding current and proposed legislation; enforcing accounting regulations; recommending new procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain a mindset of continuous improvement, in terms of efficiency of support processes, operational efficiencies, and the application of tools for monitoring, management and optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA or CMA a plus.
• At least 3‑5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing or product‑based environment.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills; highly proficient in Excel‑based modeling.
• Experience with ERP systems (Sage X3 preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills within and external to company.
• Detail‑driven with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Office environment. Daily use of wrists, hands, fingers, arms to use computer and phone. Ability to hear and speak clearly for gathering and giving simple to complex information to a group.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% per year.

Important Note

We kindly ask that applicants do not contact us via phone or email regarding this job posting. Due to the volume of inquiries, we are unable to respond to individual messages. All applications must be submitted through the designated application process.

DISCLAIMER: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to qualified disabled individuals for the performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

Manufacturing