sr cost accountant

CFS; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to own the cost accounting function in a growing manufacturing environment. You will develop standard costing methodologies, partner with operations, and drive cost accuracy across labor, overhead, and inventory.

This role influences budgeting, forecasting, pricing decisions, and month-end close, with broad visibility across manufacturing and finance. Candidates should have 5–7 years in cost accounting and strong Excel and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 5–7 years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Experience developing, implementing and maintaining standard costing systems.
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP/inventory reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance cost accounting processes, documentation, and controls.
• Develop, maintain, and validate standard costs, including labor and overhead rates.
• Analyze inventory valuation, movement, and manufacturing cost variances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and new product cost estimation activities.
• Manage month-end costing and inventory close activities, including reconciliations and journal entry reviews.

Skills

Cost accounting

Standard costing

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Inventory analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Analytics

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Ready to own and elevate the cost accounting function for a growing manufacturing organization? This is a high-impact role where you'll drive standard cost accuracy, partner closely with operations, and influence key business decisions.

Sr. Cost Accountant

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Take ownership of the cost accounting function and become a key partner to both finance and operation
• Gain broad cross-functional exposure with visibility across manufacturing, inventory, pricing, and financial reporting
• Play a critical role in developing and maintaining standard costing methodologies that drive business performance
• Influence operational decision-making through cost analysis, inventory insights, and financial recommendations
• Join a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts profitability and process improvement
  

Target Compensation:105k-125k plus bonus (based off experience)

Key Responsibilities For The Sr. Cost Accountant

• Lead and enhance cost accounting processes, documentation, and controls
• Develop, maintain, and validate standard costs, including labor and overhead rates
• Analyze inventory valuation, movement, and manufacturing cost variances
• Support budgeting, forecasting, pricing, and new product cost estimation activities
• Manage month-end costing and inventory close activities, including reconciliations and journal entry reviews
  

Qualifications For The Sr. Cost Accountant

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, or related field
• 5–7 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience developing, implementing, and maintaining standard cost systems
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience with inventory and manufacturing reporting
  

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