Cost Accountant

CFS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Chicago, IL is seeking a Cost Accountant with a strong technical foundation and a passion for process improvement. This role supports inventory and cost accounting operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and offers the chance to make a real impact.

Key responsibilities include managing daily cost and inventory transactions in the ERP system, ensuring BOM accuracy, leading annual counts and revaluations, and maintaining GAAP and SOX controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of accounting experience in manufacturing or manufacturing support.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and BOM processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cost and inventory transactions within the ERP system.
• Ensure accuracy of BOMs, inventory balances, and excess/obsolete reserves.
• Lead inventory counts and revaluation at year-end.
• Maintain data integrity and ensure GAAP and SOX compliance.

Skills

Cost accounting

ERP systems

BOM processes

Inventory management

GAAP/SOX controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP software

Job description

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a Cost Accountant with a strong technical foundation and a passion for process improvement. This role offers the chance to make a real impact while supporting inventory and cost accounting operations in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily cost and inventory transactions within the ERP system
• Ensure accuracy of BOMs, inventory balances, and excess/obsolete reserves
• Lead inventory counts and revaluation at year‑end
• Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of accounting experience in manufacturing or manufacturing support
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and BOM processes
• ERP experience preferred

This is a great opportunity for a Cost Accountant looking to grow their career while helping improve manufacturing and inventory processes.