Entry-Level Cost Accountant - Manufacturing Cost Focus

Intangible Assets, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Potential

Job summary

Intangible Assets, LLC in Chicago is seeking an entry-level Cost Accountant to support inventory accounting, cost analysis, financial reporting, and manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or early-career professional to develop a foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.

You will assist with inventory reconciliations, cost reports, variance analysis, month-end close, and cost allocation, collaborating with Operations, Supply Chain,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of accounting experience, internship accepted.
• Proficient in Excel with Pivot Tables and lookup functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly inventory reconciliations and cycle count analysis.
• Support the preparation of cost reports and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Monitor raw material, labor, and overhead costs to identify trends and discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and cost accounting data.
• Analyze production reports and compare actual costs to standard costs.
• Help prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial schedules.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP)

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Intangible Assets, LLC in Chicago is seeking an entry-level Cost Accountant to support inventory accounting, cost analysis, financial reporting, and manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for a recent accounting graduate or early-career professional to develop a foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.

You will assist with inventory reconciliations, cost reports, variance analysis, month-end close, and cost allocation, collaborating with Operations, Supply Chain,