Cost Accountant

Weatherford; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant for our Greenville, Texas location. You will manage accounting transactions in line with principles, compile financial data, and prepare timely reports.

The role requires strong analytical skills, expertise in cost accounting, and collaboration with operations to ensure accurate cost treatment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 5–8 years of accounting experience, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5–8 years of accounting experience; cost accounting a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger reconciliation and respond to close questions.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as needed.
• Handle fixed asset controls, depreciation and analyze P&L variations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Independent work ethic

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards

Hyperion

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Overview

Weatherford have a great opportunity for an experienced Cost Accountant to join the Team in Greenville, Texas. The Cost Accountant has responsibility for completing accounting transactions in accordance with accounting principles, compiling financial information, and preparing accurate and timely financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform General Ledger reconciliation and address field questions during close.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as needed.
• Fixed asset controls, depreciation, and analyzing variations of profit and loss income statements and prepare reports on findings.
• Reconcile and record accrual and / or adjustments for balance sheet accounts.
• Research reconciliation differences and multiple issues as they arise.
• Performs other general accounting responsibilities such as management reports, auditor inquiries, budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Liaises with the field operations to find proper accounting treatment for transactions.
• Prepare AFE's and monitor routings, including updating AFE forecast quarterly.
• Prepare Product Costing.
• Records and reconcile intercompany transactions, as well as facilitate mismatch reports.

Experience & Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree, with Accounting and Finance related field education.
• 5-8 years of accounting experience, cost accounting is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and follow instructions.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills. Strong math aptitude and ability to work accurately with numbers.
• Excellent organizational, written and interpersonal skills, attention to detail.
• Advanced ability to evaluate alternative means of treating transactions.
• Experience of working closely with operational and other non-financial personnel.
• Knowledge/experience of Sarbanes Oxley and other SEC (Stock Exchange) requirements.
• Knowledge of industry related concepts and terminology.
• Proven experience in adapting to change and flexibility.

Experience & Qualifications Preferred

• Advanced Excel user.
• Standard costs experience preferred.
• JD Edwards and Hyperion knowledge is preferred.
• CPA or CMA would be preferred.

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.