Cost Accountant

Tharp Consulting; Monticello (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Cost Accountant II to partner with the Plant Controller in Indiana. You will analyze variances, manage product costing, and contribute to month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting under GAAP.

Responsibilities include costing ownership, capital asset records, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in a manufacturing environment. Strong data analysis and spreadsheet skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong cost accounting expertise in manufacturing.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and variance costing methodologies.
• Proficient in spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Detail-oriented and able to collaborate with plant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing variances to identify drivers and cost improvement opportunities.
• Own and maintain product costing processes for accurate unit costs.
• Support monthly close activities and related financial reporting.
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting for plant operations.
• Track and maintain records for capital assets and related accounting activities.
• Apply GAAP standards to costing, variance analysis and financial processes.

Skills

Cost accounting

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Spreadsheet proficiency

Collaboration with leadership

Job description

Cost Accountant II

As a key member of the plant team, you partner with the Plant Controller to support financial accuracy and plant performance. You analyze manufacturing variances, manage product costing, and contribute to reliable month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting using GAAP.

Key Duties

• Analyze manufacturing variances to identify drivers, trends, and cost improvement opportunities.
• Own and maintain product costing processes to ensure accurate unit costs.
• Support monthly close activities and related financial reporting.
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting for plant operations.
• Track and maintain records for capital assets and related accounting activities.
• Apply GAAP standards to costing, variance analysis, and financial processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong cost accounting expertise and manufacturing finance experience.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and variance/costing methodologies.
• Proficiency with financial systems/spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and able to collaborate effectively with plant leadership.