Cost Accountant

Manpower, Inc.; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its Finance Department in a manufacturing setting. You will support accounting functions, perform cost analyses, and contribute to financial decision-making.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 3–5 years of factory accounting experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. Day shift, traditional office hours, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in factory accounting or developing cost structures.
• Advanced knowledge of Cost Accounting principles and GAAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and large business systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with job closings, invoicing, and financial reconciliations.
• Develop and analyze cost structures in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Apply advanced knowledge of Cost Accounting principles to support financial decision-making.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate financial data and compliance with GAAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Our client, a manufacturing and industrial business, is seeking a Cost Accountant to join their team. As a Cost Accountant, you will be part of the Finance Department supporting the accounting and financial analysis functions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Pay Range: DOE

Shift: Daylight hours, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm. Overtime may be required.

What's the Job?

• Assist with job closings, invoicing, and financial reconciliations
• Develop and analyze cost structures in manufacturing or industrial settings
• Apply advanced knowledge of Cost Accounting principles to support financial decision-making
• Perform detailed financial analysis and reporting
• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate financial data and compliance with GAAP

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in factory accounting or developing cost structures
• Advanced knowledge of Cost Accounting principles and GAAP
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and large business systems

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Engage in meaningful financial analysis and process improvement
• Collaborate with a diverse and supportive team
• Work in a professional business casual setting
• Potential for career growth within the organization

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.