Manufacturing Cost Accountant: GAAP, Variance & Close

Talentify; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Johnson Creek, WI. You will maintain accurate journal entries, perform cost analyses, and support GAAP-compliant close processes while providing clear financial insights to management.

The role requires 2–3 years of manufacturing experience and a strong background in cost accounting, general ledger activity, and variance analysis. Collaboration across operations and purchasing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close related to cost accounting.
• Prepare detailed financial and operational reports for management.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes and monitor variances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Analyze and monitor production, labor, material, and overhead costs.
• Analyze purchase price variances (PPV) and investigate root causes.
• Prepare and maintain standard costs and conduct variance analysis.
• Identify cost trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for savings.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.

Skills

Cost accounting

GAAP

Journal entries

Month-end close

General ledger

Variance analysis

Education

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

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in Johnson Creek, WI. You will maintain accurate journal entries, perform cost analyses, and support GAAP-compliant close processes while providing clear financial insights to management.

The role requires 2–3 years of manufacturing experience and a strong background in cost accounting, general ledger activity, and variance analysis. Collaboration across operations and purchasing is essential.