Cost Accountant: Standard Costing & Inventory Analytics

Franklin International; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Free on-site fitness center

Nurse health coach

529 Plan matching

Adoption support

Job summary

Franklin International in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage standard cost systems, product costing, and inventory valuation. You will monitor manufacturing costs, track variances, and support the month-end close with accurate reconciliations and reporting.

The role requires a business degree and strong Excel/MS Office skills, with the ability to analyze data, communicate findings clearly, and collaborate across departments to ensure cost integrity and timely decision making.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or two-year degree with equivalent experience.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor the standard cost system accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare product costing and analyze inventory transactions.
• Support month-end close with journal entries and reconciliations.
• Analyze cost variances and assist with process improvements.
• Provide routine and on-demand cost reports and analyses.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate cost modeling.

Skills

Excel

MS Office

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Franklin International in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage standard cost systems, product costing, and inventory valuation. You will monitor manufacturing costs, track variances, and support the month-end close with accurate reconciliations and reporting.

The role requires a business degree and strong Excel/MS Office skills, with the ability to analyze data, communicate findings clearly, and collaborate across departments to ensure cost integrity and timely decision making.