Contract Cost Accountant – Manufacturing & Inventory

Sikich; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Sikich in Tempe, AZ seeks an interim Cost Accountant to support manufacturing, distribution, and industrial clients. The role covers standard costing, inventory accounting, and cost control initiatives during a temporary engagement.

You will analyze costs, assist month-end close, and partner with plant leadership to drive profitability. We prefer 2+ years in cost or manufacturing accounting, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2+ years in cost accounting or factory accounting.
• Experience in manufacturing environments preferred.
• Solid GAAP knowledge.
• Proficient Excel with Pivot Tables and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, MS Dynamics, Infor.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product, inventory, labor, and overhead costs for decision making.
• Prepare standard costs and conduct cost roll-ups.
• Perform inventory accounting, reconciliations, and valuation analysis.
• Assist month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Analyze variances and provide insights to operations and finance.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to improve cost controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Microsoft Dynamics

Infor

Job description

Sikich in Tempe, AZ seeks an interim Cost Accountant to support manufacturing, distribution, and industrial clients. The role covers standard costing, inventory accounting, and cost control initiatives during a temporary engagement.

You will analyze costs, assist month-end close, and partner with plant leadership to drive profitability. We prefer 2+ years in cost or manufacturing accounting, GAAP knowledge, and strong Excel skills.