Cost Accountant

Goldin Metals, Inc.; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Goldin Metals, Inc. is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join their team in Gulfport, Mississippi. This role is central to understanding the true costs of manufacturing operations, from raw material to finished product. The successful candidate will analyze expenses, monitor cost variances, and support budgeting efforts while ensuring compliance with GAAP.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 2–5 years of relevant experience. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health and dental insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of inventory costing methods like FIFO.
• Effective communicator able to convey financial data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor the cost accounting system.
• Analyze production costs and investigate variances.
• Prepare reports comparing standard and actual costs.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Conduct and reconcile physical inventory counts.

Skills

Cost accounting principles

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Overview

Goldin Metals is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team. This role is central to understanding the true cost of our manufacturing and production operations, from raw material and coil inventory through finished product. Reporting to the Comptroller, the Cost Accountant will analyze expenses, monitor cost variances, support budgeting, and provide actionable financial insight to operations and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor the cost accounting system, including inventory valuation and cost allocation
• Analyze production and operational costs; identify and investigate variances between standard and actual costs
• Prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs and present findings to management
• Study and collect data on costs of business activities including raw materials, labor, inventory, and overhead
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including inventory reconciliation and supplemental reporting
• Conduct and reconcile physical inventory counts and cycle counts
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Analyze changes in materials, production methods, or product design to determine cost impact
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Collaborate closely with the Production Manager, Operations Manager, and Comptroller to drive cost efficiency
• Assist with internal and external audits as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 2–5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory costing methods (FIFO, standard cost, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems a plus
• High attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to meet financial deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to translate financial data for non‑financial audiences
• CPA or CMA designation a plus, but not required