Cost Accountant II – Manufacturing Costing & Analysis

Tharp Consulting; Monticello (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Cost Accountant II to partner with the Plant Controller in Indiana. You will analyze variances, manage product costing, and contribute to month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting under GAAP.

Responsibilities include costing ownership, capital asset records, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in a manufacturing environment. Strong data analysis and spreadsheet skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong cost accounting expertise in manufacturing.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and variance costing methodologies.
• Proficient in spreadsheets and data analysis.
• Detail-oriented and able to collaborate with plant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing variances to identify drivers and cost improvement opportunities.
• Own and maintain product costing processes for accurate unit costs.
• Support monthly close activities and related financial reporting.
• Assist with forecasting and budgeting for plant operations.
• Track and maintain records for capital assets and related accounting activities.
• Apply GAAP standards to costing, variance analysis and financial processes.

Skills

Cost accounting

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Spreadsheet proficiency

Collaboration with leadership

Job description

Tharp Consulting is seeking a Cost Accountant II to partner with the Plant Controller in Indiana. You will analyze variances, manage product costing, and contribute to month-end close, forecasting, and budgeting under GAAP.

Responsibilities include costing ownership, capital asset records, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in a manufacturing environment. Strong data analysis and spreadsheet skills are essential.