Cost Accountant

Liveo Research; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with generous company match

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Career growth with a global org.

Company-paid life insurance & short‑/1

Job summary

Liveo Research in Delaware City, DE is seeking a Cost Accountant to join our Finance team. This role analyzes manufacturing costs and supports production costing, budgeting and profitability analysis to deliver actionable insights.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 1–2 years of experience, strong Excel (formulas, pivots) and ERP experience, and an eye for detail to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus.
• SAP or other ERP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs and budget-to-actual results.
• Prepare production and cost analysis reports.
• Support product costing, pricing, and profitability analysis.
• Help identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Support inventory and cycle count activities.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close.
• Support annual budgeting and financial audits.
• Work with the Finance team and other departments to improve cost reporting and processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

About this position

Cost Accountant

Build Your Accounting Career in Manufacturing

Liveo Research is a global manufacturer of rigid pharmaceutical packaging solutions serving customers around the world. We're looking for a Cost Accountant to join our Finance team in Delaware City, DE.

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working with data, understanding how a manufacturing operation works, and turning financial information into meaningful business insights.

Why Liveo?

• 401(k) with generous company match
• Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability
• Paid time off & holidays
• Career growth with a global organization

What You'll Do

• Analyze manufacturing costs and budget-to-actual results
• Prepare production and cost analysis reports
• Support product costing, pricing, and profitability analysis
• Help identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities
• Support inventory and cycle count activities
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Support annual budgeting and financial audits
• Work with the Finance team and other departments to improve cost reporting and processes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• SAP or other ERP experience is a plus
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus

Background Check & Drug Screening Required

Cost Accountant

Build Your Accounting Career in Manufacturing

Liveo Research is a global manufacturer of rigid pharmaceutical packaging solutions serving customers around the world. We're looking for a Cost Accountant to join our Finance team in Delaware City, DE.

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working with data, understanding how a manufacturing operation works, and turning financial information into meaningful business insights.

Why Liveo?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Company-paid life insurance & short-term disability
• Paid time off & holidays
• Career growth with a global organization

What You'll Do

• Analyze manufacturing costs and budget-to-actual results
• Prepare production and cost analysis reports
• Support product costing, pricing, and profitability analysis
• Help identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities
• Support inventory and cycle count activities
• Assist with month-end and year-end close
• Support annual budgeting and financial audits
• Work with the Finance team and other departments to improve cost reporting and processes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–2 years of accounting experience preferred
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• SAP or other ERP experience is a plus
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a plus

Background Check & Drug Screening Required

Liveo Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable

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