Senior Cost Accountant

Monarch Talent Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 3% matching

Profit sharing at 3%

3 weeks of PTO

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical benefits

Vision and dental benefits

Job summary

An established industry player in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Senior Accountant to enhance their financial reporting and cost management processes. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a solid background in cost accounting, enabling them to support the company's growth and operational efficiency. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the company's success and help shape its future as it prepares for public offering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with a focus on cost accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and manage month-end/year-end close activities.
• Oversee cost accounting and inventory management processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Cost Accounting

Communication Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

IFS

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion (HFM)

Blackline

Job description

A leading organization in the manufacturing sector in Northwest Houston is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to join our team. This role plays a key part in manufacturing analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates bring strong analytical skills, deep accounting knowledge including cost accounting experience, and a solutions-oriented mindset to support continuous improvement. Must be comfortable working on-site in Houston and engaging across teams to re-engineer accounting processes and drive results.

• Job Title: Senior Accountant
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Revenue: $100M
• Ownership: This is a private company that is expected to go public in three years.
• Compensation: Up to $120k (No bonus)
• Benefits: 401(k) 3% matching at 100%, 4-6% matching at 50%, vested on day 1, profit sharing at 3%, 3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits, and tuition reimbursement for professional development opportunities
• Schedule: Onsite Monday–Thursday; flexible remote work on Fridays
• Location: Northwest Houston, TX (77064)

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in alignment with the company’s reporting schedule, collaborating with the broader Accounting Team to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform full-cycle accounting duties, applying GAAP standards to analyze financial data and generate both external financial statements and internal management reports.
• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing and posting journal entries, managing accruals, conducting account analysis, and reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Oversee all aspects of cost accounting:
• Audit and monitor cycle counts
• Manage the standard cost roll process
• Prepare and review excess & obsolete (E&O) inventory reserves
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, management, and reconciliation
• Prepare and deliver flash financial reports, quarterly profit and loss statements, and balance sheet forecasts, and assist in developing the company’s annual financial plan.
• Support internal audits by providing requested documentation and insights to the Corporate Audit team.
• Partner with the Controller to execute special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.
• Help establish, test, and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Contribute to creating and refining internal accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Maintain clear, organized workpapers and supporting documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, and other key accounting activities.
• Review accounting reports for accuracy and provide actionable feedback and insights to management.
• Assist with coordinating, preparing, and analyzing the annual budget and ongoing forecasting activities.
• Handle ad-hoc financial projects and reporting needs as requested by leadership.

JOB QUALIFIERS:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong emphasis on cost accounting.
• Proven experience in manufacturing environments, with a solid understanding of inventory management and standard cost accounting principles.
• Proficient in handling intercompany transactions, eliminations, and foreign currency accounting.
• Highly detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing setting within a multinational corporate structure is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal income tax, sales, and use tax compliance and reporting.
• Proficient in enterprise and financial systems such as IFS, SAP, Oracle, Hyperion (HFM), and Blackline.
• Comfortable working in a multi-currency environment with international financial operations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Communication: Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization and foster collaboration in a team-oriented environment.
• Technical & Work Skills: Strong working knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting principles, and ERP systems. Demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively, analyze complex data, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiative & Continuous Improvement: Proactive mindset with a strong drive to improve processes and outcomes, while maintaining accuracy, clear communication, and strict adherence to Corporate and Segment reporting standards.