Cost Accountant

Marmon Fastener Company; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A manufacturing firm is seeking a Cost Accountant to analyze and manage manufacturing costs, ensuring financial accuracy and adherence to standards. Responsibilities include developing standard costs, conducting variance analysis, and preparing financial reports. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in cost accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP systems like Epicor. This role requires travel to support manufacturing facilities and offers benefits such as medical insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and track manufacturing costs related to materials, labor, and overhead for financial accuracy.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard costs for all manufactured goods.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare and present financial and cost reports to management.
• Oversee inventory valuation processes and reconciliations.

Skills

Cost accounting principles

Variance analysis

Inventory management

ERP systems (Epicor)

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Epicor

Job description

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Reports To: VP of Finance

Location: Colfax, NC or Billings, MT (travel required)

Position Summary

The Cost Accountant will be responsible for analyzing and managing all aspects of manufacturing cost control and financial accuracy across Marmon Fastener Company facilities. This role ensures the integrity of cost data, supports business planning, and provides insight to improve operational efficiency and profitability. The Cost Accountant partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to develop standard costing, monitor variances, and guide continuous improvement in cost performance and reporting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and track manufacturing costs related to materials, labor, and overhead to ensure financial accuracy and identify cost drivers.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard costs for all manufactured goods and processes, ensuring alignment with operational and financial objectives.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis comparing actual costs to standard costs; identify root causes and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare, analyze, and present regular financial and cost reports to management, highlighting trends, insights, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve cost variances, maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), and ensure proper routing data.
• Oversee inventory valuation processes, including reconciliations, physical counts, and analysis of inventory adjustments.
• Support the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts by providing cost-related input and variance projections.
• Maintain and update cost accounting systems, Epicor and related databases to ensure timely, accurate, and reliable cost information.
• Partner with operations teams to identify process improvements that enhance cost efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate accounting policies, and GAAP standards.
• Participate in special projects, capital expenditure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (Epicor) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work cross‑functionally and present financial data clearly.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required.
• Must be able to travel up to one week per month to support manufacturing facilities.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to move through manufacturing environments as needed.
• Visual acuity to review detailed financial data and production information.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance