Cost Accountant

Selby Jennings; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in chemical solutions is seeking a Cost Accountant to support financial reporting and analysis in Pueblo, CO. This full-time entry-level role involves month-end close activities, inventory management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with SAP and Excel proficiency. The company values adaptability and collaboration, offering an innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close by analyzing variances and preparing journal entries.
• Conduct inventory and COGS analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain and update standard costs, BOMs, and routings in SAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

SAP proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Finance Tax and Accounting Recruitment Consultant

A global leader in advanced chemical solutions for the semiconductor industry is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its team in Pueblo, CO. This role supports cost accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, and audit activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end close by analyzing variances and preparing journal entries.
• Conduct inventory and COGS analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain and update standard costs, BOMs, and routings in SAP.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and purchasing to ensure accurate cost data.
• Estimate costs for new products and assist with inventory management and cycle counts.
• Reconcile inventory to the general ledger and manage reserves for obsolete inventory.
• Track capital spending, manage asset records, and conduct asset audits.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and resolve open items.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting, including labor and overhead rate development.
• Document procedures and support special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 1-3+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in SAP and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.

This company operates globally with multiple U.S. manufacturing and R&D sites and plays a critical role in enabling technologies across AI, computing, EVs, and more. The team values adaptability, collaboration, and clear communication, offering a professional environment where innovation and precision drive success.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing