Onsite Cost Accountant - Manufacturing Finance Partner

StevenDouglas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is looking for a Cost Accountant for a vibrant company based in Austin, Texas. This role involves key responsibilities such as month-end closing processes, variance analysis, and partnering with operations to drive cost savings. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 4 years of experience in operational finance within the manufacturing sector, and strong skills in Excel and ERP systems. This position is onsite with management potential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of operational or manufacturing finance experience.
• Hands-on understanding of standard costing, inventory flows, and cost absorption.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive business partner mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own key elements of the month-end close, including journal entries.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain for cost savings.
• Analyze manufacturing performance and standard costing.
• Perform detailed variance analysis on COGS and inventory impacts.

Skills

Cost experience within manufacturing

Strong Excel skills

ERP skills (Oracle preferred)

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Oracle

Job description

A recruiting agency is looking for a Cost Accountant for a vibrant company based in Austin, Texas. This role involves key responsibilities such as month-end closing processes, variance analysis, and partnering with operations to drive cost savings. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, at least 4 years of experience in operational finance within the manufacturing sector, and strong skills in Excel and ERP systems. This position is onsite with management potential.