Senior Cost Accountant — Manufacturing (Relocation)

Nelson Recruiting Agency; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to manage standard costing, budgeting, and cost variance analysis. This role requires 5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. The position offers opportunities for growth and process improvement within a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing costs, maintaining the cost accounting system, and collaborating with operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong communication and process improvement skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs and compare standard vs. actual costs.
• Maintain and improve the cost accounting system.
• Collect and analyze data on business activities.
• Lead physical inventories and report results.
• Assist in month-end closing and prepare related journal entries.
• Collaborate with operations on product development costing.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Process improvement skills

Proficient in Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A staffing agency is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to manage standard costing, budgeting, and cost variance analysis. This role requires 5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. The position offers opportunities for growth and process improvement within a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing costs, maintaining the cost accounting system, and collaborating with operations.