Cost Accountant

ManpowerGroup; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup in Brunswick, GA is seeking a Cost Accountant – Manufacturing to own plant-level costing, monitor standard costs, and collaborate with operations to improve margins and performance.

The role requires 3–4+ years in plant/manufacturing accounting, strong Excel skills, and ERP/standard costing experience. Relocation is available for the right candidate, with high visibility across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance required.
• 3-4+ years of plant/manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Experience with standard costing and ERP systems.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update standard costs.
• Analyze variances and support decision-making.
• Lead inventory and production cost reporting.
• Support month-end close and reconciliations.
• Partner with plant leadership on cost improvements.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Standard costing

Job description

Cost Accountant – Manufacturing

Brunswick, GA | Relocation available

Join a stable manufacturing operation where you’ll own plant-level costing and partner directly with operations. This role drives visibility into materials, labor, and overhead to improve performance and margin.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain and update standard costs

• Analyze variances and support decision-making

• Lead inventory and production cost reporting

• Support month-end close and reconciliations

• Partner with plant leadership on cost improvements

What you need:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

• 3-4+ years of plant/manufacturing accounting (required)

• Standard costing & ERP experience

• Strong Excel and analytical skills

High-impact role with strong visibility. Open to relocation.

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