Senior Cost Accountant: Drive Savings & Compliance

Confidential; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in finance is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant with over 5 years of experience to join their team in Atlanta. The successful candidate will manage cost accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting operational efficiency. Responsibilities include preparing cost reports, maintaining standards, and overseeing inventory accounting. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and ERP system experience are preferred. Competitive salary based on experience, typically ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost accounting experience, manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory management.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly cost reports and variance analysis.
• Maintain and update standard costs; conduct cost roll-ups.
• Analyze costs and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
• Oversee inventory accounting, including cycle counts.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost accounting principles

ERP system experience

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

A leading firm in finance is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant with over 5 years of experience to join their team in Atlanta. The successful candidate will manage cost accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and supporting operational efficiency. Responsibilities include preparing cost reports, maintaining standards, and overseeing inventory accounting. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and ERP system experience are preferred. Competitive salary based on experience, typically ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 annually.