Cost Accountant

CFS; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage cost accounting, variance analysis, and profitability insights for manufacturing operations.

The role requires 2–4 years of cost or manufacturing accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to communicate cost issues clearly to non-finance colleagues. In-office Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with salary $63,000–$80,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience.
• Strong ability with accounting software and Microsoft Excel (look for experience with cost modules).
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills—ability to explain cost issues to non-finance colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs and cost of goods sold to identify improvements.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, perform variance analysis, and reconcile cost accounts.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis for products.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Communication

Excel proficiency

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Cost Accountant – Mishawaka, IN

Salary: $63,000 – $80,000 annually

About The Company And Cost Accountant Opportunity

• CFS is partnering with a well-established company in Mishawaka to hire a Cost Accountant
• This Cost Accountant will manage cost accounting duties like analyzing product costs, tracking variance, and helping leadership make data-backed decisions about profitability
• The right Cost Accountant will be detail-oriented, enjoy digging into numbers, and be the go-to person for all things cost, margin, and inventory
• Position is fully in-office in Mishawaka, IN| Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Duties Of The Cost Accountant

• Analyze manufacturing/product cost and cost of goods sold to determine room for improvement
• Prepare monthly cost reports, perform variance analysis, and reconcile cost-related accounts
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and margin analysis for new or existing products
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and production teams to capture and control costs
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and periodic inventory reconciliations
• Support audit and compliance efforts related to cost accounting

Qualifications For The Cost Accountant

• 2-4 years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience required
• Strong ability with accounting software and Microsoft Excel (look for experience with cost modules)
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills—ability to explain cost issues to non-finance colleagues