Manufacturing Cost Accountant - Inventory & Variance

The Bolton Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bolton Group in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our manufacturing finance team. The role focuses on product costing, inventory valuation, and cost-control activities that support operational decision-making.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on costing experience in manufacturing, a solid GAAP foundation, and strong analytical and communication skills to partner with operations and other departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing costing experience.
• Strong understanding of standard costing and inventory valuation methods.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own product costing, inventory valuation, and cost control processes.
• Perform variance analysis to support operational decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve cost efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing costing

Variance analysis

Product costing

Inventory valuation

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Month-end close

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Bolton Group in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our manufacturing finance team. The role focuses on product costing, inventory valuation, and cost-control activities that support operational decision-making.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on costing experience in manufacturing, a solid GAAP foundation, and strong analytical and communication skills to partner with operations and other departments.