Cost Accountant

HRC Global Services; Oxford (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cost Accountant will manage inventory controls, product costing, cost analysis, financial reconciliations, and reporting within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate inventory records, analyzing material and production cost changes, supporting accounts receivable collections, assisting with month-end close and audits, and improving accounting processes.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and at least 2 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and general ledger functions.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory controls, product costing, cost analysis, and financial reconciliations.
• Support month-end/year-end close and audits; improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Assist with accounts receivable collections and reporting within a manufacturing setting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

SQL

Job description

Cost Accountant Job Summary

The Cost Accountant will manage inventory controls, product costing, cost analysis, financial reconciliations, and reporting within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate inventory records, analyzing material and production cost changes, supporting accounts receivable collections, assisting with month-end/year-end close and audits, and improving accounting processes and internal controls.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and general ledger functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical, numerical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Access and SQL is an asset.