Cost Accountant

CFS; Hinsdale (IL); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CFS in Hinsdale, IL, is seeking a Cost Accountant to support the finance team and partner with Operations Finance. The role focuses on cost controls, standard costing, and profitability improvement across product lines.

The position offers exposure to GAAP-based costing, ERP systems, and strategic cost optimization projects in a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 2+ years of cost accounting experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making.

Responsabilités

• Support the Operations Finance Manager as a backup and key partner.
• Assist with month-end close, inventory valuation, and roll-forward analysis.
• Maintain inventory relief processes for subcomponents and finished goods.
• Conduct quarterly physical inventories and cycle counts, resolving discrepancies.
• Establish and update standard costs for manufactured products.
• Analyze cost accounting data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop cost structures across labor, overhead, and operational processes.
• Provide strategic recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis.

Connaissances

Cost accounting

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Outils

Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Description du poste

Salary: $80,000–$100,000 + Bonus

A global manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Cost Accountant to join its growing finance team. This Cost Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while gaining exposure within a dynamic and expanding organization.

Why Join This Company As a Cost Accountant

• Highly respected, global, privately held organization
• Strong opportunity to learn, grow, and expand your skill set
• High-visibility role with exposure to leadership
• Diverse and high-quality product portfolio
• Competitive benefits package
• Supportive leadership focused on building a strong team culture

Key Responsibilities Of The Cost Accountant

• Support the Operations Finance Manager as a backup and key partner
• Assist with month-end close, inventory valuation, and roll-forward analysis
• Maintain inventory relief processes for subcomponents and finished goods
• Conduct quarterly physical inventories and cycle counts, resolving discrepancies
• Establish and update standard costs for manufactured products
• Analyze cost accounting data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Develop cost structures across labor, overhead, and operational processes
• Provide strategic recommendations to improve cost efficiency and profitability
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analysis

Qualifications For The Cost Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of cost accounting experience
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools
• Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making

This Cost Accountant role is a great fit for a detail-oriented professional looking to grow within a collaborative and innovative environment. If you’re seeking a high-impact Cost Accountant position with development opportunities and strong leadership support, this Cost Accountant opportunity could be the next step in your career.

Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant