Creative Financial Staffing
Cost Accountant
Salary: $90,000 - $115,000
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required. • Newly created Cost Accountant role in a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing and services organization • Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote) provides both structure and flexibility • Highly visible position with direct impact on operations, finance, and production leadership • Collaborative, team-oriented environment where your input will be valued and acted upon • Excellent opportunity to modernize cost systems, streamline processes, and deliver meaningful insights to senior leadership • Organization has a long history of innovation and continues to grow and expand its market presence • The Cost Accountant role offers clear potential for long-term career growth as the finance team evolves with the business Key Responsibilities for the Cost Accountant: • Analyze and monitor production costs, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead; provide actionable insights to operations • Lead the development, maintenance, and improvement of standard costing systems to ensure accuracy and transparency • Partner with business units to develop management reports, support forecasting, and drive cost efficiency initiatives • Conduct inventory valuation, reconciliation, and variance analysis; ensure compliance with accounting policies and cost accounting standards • Assist with monthly and annual closing processes related to cost accounting and provide detailed reporting for leadership review • Support budgeting, planning, and financial analysis by identifying trends and offering recommendations for cost reduction and margin improvement • The Cost Accountant will collaborate cross-functionally with production, procurement, and finance to drive operational excellence and cost discipline Qualifications for the Cost Accountant: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • Proven experience in a Cost Accountant or related accounting role with exposure to manufacturing or production-based environments • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, product costing, and variance analysis • Proficiency with ERP systems and costing software; advanced Excel skills required • Experience with G/L management, budgeting, accounts payable, and payroll processing a plus • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data strategically, not just report it • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented yet able to see the big picture • Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to communicate financial concepts across all levels of the organization This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Cost Accountant ready to step into a high-impact, highly visible role within a growing and dynamic organization that values expertise, initiative, and long-term professional development. $90,000 - $115,000 #LI-AH1 #ZRCFS2025 #INSEP2025
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required. • Newly created Cost Accountant role in a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing and services organization • Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote) provides both structure and flexibility • Highly visible position with direct impact on operations, finance, and production leadership • Collaborative, team-oriented environment where your input will be valued and acted upon • Excellent opportunity to modernize cost systems, streamline processes, and deliver meaningful insights to senior leadership • Organization has a long history of innovation and continues to grow and expand its market presence • The Cost Accountant role offers clear potential for long-term career growth as the finance team evolves with the business Key Responsibilities for the Cost Accountant: • Analyze and monitor production costs, including direct materials, direct labor, and overhead; provide actionable insights to operations • Lead the development, maintenance, and improvement of standard costing systems to ensure accuracy and transparency • Partner with business units to develop management reports, support forecasting, and drive cost efficiency initiatives • Conduct inventory valuation, reconciliation, and variance analysis; ensure compliance with accounting policies and cost accounting standards • Assist with monthly and annual closing processes related to cost accounting and provide detailed reporting for leadership review • Support budgeting, planning, and financial analysis by identifying trends and offering recommendations for cost reduction and margin improvement • The Cost Accountant will collaborate cross-functionally with production, procurement, and finance to drive operational excellence and cost discipline Qualifications for the Cost Accountant: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • Proven experience in a Cost Accountant or related accounting role with exposure to manufacturing or production-based environments • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, product costing, and variance analysis • Proficiency with ERP systems and costing software; advanced Excel skills required • Experience with G/L management, budgeting, accounts payable, and payroll processing a plus • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data strategically, not just report it • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; detail-oriented yet able to see the big picture • Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to communicate financial concepts across all levels of the organization This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Cost Accountant ready to step into a high-impact, highly visible role within a growing and dynamic organization that values expertise, initiative, and long-term professional development. $90,000 - $115,000 #LI-AH1 #ZRCFS2025 #INSEP2025