Manufacturing Cost Accountant - Standard Costing Lead

Vaco by Highspring; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking a Cost Accountant in Columbus, OH. The ideal candidate will lead the implementation of standard costs and manage the full cost accounting process within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include developing costing methods, conducting variance analysis, and collaborating with teams for accurate cost tracking. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 4+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of standard costing and full cost accounting processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standard costing methods to improve financial reporting.
• Manage the full cost accounting cycle, including inventory valuation.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with teams to track material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Cost accounting methodologies

Inventory valuation

Variance analysis

Analytical abilities

Collaboration skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking a Cost Accountant in Columbus, OH. The ideal candidate will lead the implementation of standard costs and manage the full cost accounting process within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include developing costing methods, conducting variance analysis, and collaborating with teams for accurate cost tracking. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 4+ years of relevant experience.