Strategic Cost & Inventory Accountant

ELANTAS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ELANTAS is seeking an Accountant with a focus on cost accounting to transform financial data into actionable insights for leadership. You will manage inventory valuation, cost standards, and month‑end close while supporting budgeting and forecasting across multiple sites.

You will partner with Finance and Operations to resolve inventory issues, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with accounting policies. A manufacturing background and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience preferred.
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory valuation, costing, and reconciliation.
• Prepare cost analyses and variance analyses to support decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, tax, and audit support.
• Identify process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Partner with Finance and Operations to resolve accounting and inventory issues.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

ELANTAS is seeking an Accountant with a focus on cost accounting to transform financial data into actionable insights for leadership. You will manage inventory valuation, cost standards, and month‑end close while supporting budgeting and forecasting across multiple sites.

You will partner with Finance and Operations to resolve inventory issues, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with accounting policies. A manufacturing background and strong Excel skills are essential.