Cost Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking a Cost Accountant in Columbus, OH. The ideal candidate will lead the implementation of standard costs and manage the full cost accounting process within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include developing costing methods, conducting variance analysis, and collaborating with teams for accurate cost tracking. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 4+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of standard costing and full cost accounting processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standard costing methods to improve financial reporting.
• Manage the full cost accounting cycle, including inventory valuation.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with teams to track material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Cost accounting methodologies

Inventory valuation

Variance analysis

Analytical abilities

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Our client is seeking a Cost Accountant to lead the implementation of standard costs and manage the full cost accounting process. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting methodologies, inventory valuation, and variance analysis within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement standard costing methods to improve financial reporting and operational decision-making.
• Manage the full cost accounting cycle, including inventory valuation, cost allocations, and overhead analysis.
• Conduct variance analysis, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations and production teams to ensure accurate tracking of material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations for cost-related accounts.
• Monitor and analyze key cost metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP.
• Participate in the development and enhancement of costing processes and systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of standard costing and full cost accounting processes.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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