Manufacturing Cost Accountant | Analytics & Inventory

Atlantic Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group in Burlington County, NJ is seeking a Cost Accounting Analyst to support accounting, financial analysis, inventory reporting, and operational finance within a growing manufacturing-centered organization.

You will analyze financial data, assist with month-end close, maintain cost records, prepare financial reports, and partner with cross-functional teams to drive cost improvements and better business performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• 3+ years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing accounting, standard costing, inventory management, WIP, bills of materials, overhead allocation, and GAAP is required.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems is required. Experience with Acumatica, Netstock, or similar manufacturing ERP platforms is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, partner with manufacturing operations, communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, and translate operational activity into meaningful financial insights.

Responsibilities

• Cost Accounting: Support cost accounting activities, analyze product and manufacturing costs, and maintain accurate cost records and financial data.
• Inventory Accounting: Monitor inventory transactions, reconciliations, and valuation while helping ensure accurate inventory reporting and strong financial controls.
• Financial Reporting: Support month-end close, prepare financial reports, analyze cost trends, and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, supply chain, production, and finance teams to improve reporting, costing accuracy, and operational performance.
• Planning & Analysis: Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business planning and operational initiatives.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency through process enhancements and system improvements.

Skills

Cost accounting

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Acumatica

Netstock

Excel

Job description

Atlantic Group in Burlington County, NJ is seeking a Cost Accounting Analyst to support accounting, financial analysis, inventory reporting, and operational finance within a growing manufacturing-centered organization.

You will analyze financial data, assist with month-end close, maintain cost records, prepare financial reports, and partner with cross-functional teams to drive cost improvements and better business performance.