Sr. Cost Accountant

The Carlstar Group; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Titan International, a global leader in specialty tires and wheels, seeks a Sr. Cost Accountant to analyze, monitor, and report manufacturing costs, partnering with operations, supply chain, engineering, and finance.

The role drives standard costing, budgeting, variance analysis, BOM reviews, and cost-saving initiatives across manufacturing and supply chain. CPA/CMA preferred; strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Effective communicator able to work across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Analyze standard costs, inventory transactions, and manufacturing variances to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting.
• Perform month-end close activities, including cost allocations, inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and maintain cost, inventory, margin, and profitability reports to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by providing cost analysis and manufacturing insights.
• Coordinate and support cycle counts, physical inventories, and audit requirements while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities, process improvements, and efficiencies across manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Review bills of materials (BOMs), labor routings, and overhead rates to maintain accurate standard costs.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and finance teams to evaluate performance, improve cost visibility, and drive profitability initiatives.
• Assist with capital project analysis, inventory management initiatives, and other ad hoc financial analyses as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Titan International is a global leader in specialty tires and wheels, serving industries such as agriculture, construction, outdoor power equipment, powersports, and trailers. We deliver high-quality products that help keep equipment operating and businesses moving. With a strong global footprint and a customer‑first mindset, we’re focused on growth, innovation, and building a team that drives our continued success.

We’re seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team. This role is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting manufacturing costs to support operational and financial decision‑making. This role partners closely with operations, supply chain, engineering, and finance teams to ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Senior Cost Accountant plays a key role in identifying cost‑saving opportunities, improving financial controls, and driving operational efficiency.

What You Will Be Doing

• Analyze standard costs, inventory transactions, and manufacturing variances to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting.
• Perform month‑end close activities, including cost allocations, inventory reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and maintain cost, inventory, margin, and profitability reports to support operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by providing cost analysis and manufacturing insights.
• Coordinate and support cycle counts, physical inventories, and audit requirements while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities, process improvements, and efficiencies across manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Review bills of materials (BOMs), labor routings, and overhead rates to maintain accurate standard costs.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and finance teams to evaluate performance, improve cost visibility, and drive profitability initiatives.
• Assist with capital project analysis, inventory management initiatives, and other ad hoc financial analyses as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• CPA or CMA preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Effective communicator able to work across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) matching
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization
• Team‑oriented culture