Cost Accountant

Genuine Search Group; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to analyze financial data related to business operations. You will support accurate cost tracking, identify cost savings, and contribute to budgeting efforts. The ideal candidate will maintain cost accounting systems, analyze variances, and provide insights for financial decision-making. This full-time role offers an annual salary range of $80,000 to $110,000.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a focus on financial data analysis.
• Experience maintaining cost accounting systems.
• Ability to identify cost savings and support budgeting efforts.

Responsabilités

• Analyze costs related to operations, including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Monitor cost variances and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare reports on cost of goods sold and margins.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Connaissances

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Prior Cost Accounting Experience

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CMA or other relevant certification

Description du poste

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to analyze financial data related to business operations, including materials, labor, and overhead costs. This role supports accurate cost tracking, identifies areas for cost savings, and contributes to budgeting and forecasting efforts. The ideal candidate will help maintain cost accounting systems, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to support financial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze costs related to operations, including materials, labor, and overhead
• Monitor cost variances and investigate discrepancies
• Maintain accurate cost data within accounting systems
• Prepare reports on cost of goods sold, margins, and other key metrics
• Support budgeting and forecasting with cost analysis
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and implement improvements
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies

Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Prior Cost Accounting Experience

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CMA or other relevant certification a plus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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