CPS Inc
Cost Accountant
Location:
Calumet City, IL 60409 US Posted:
09/04/2025 Industry:
Accounting & Finance Job Number:
403 Pay Rate:
$85-100K Remote:
Hybrid Job Description
Summary The Cost Accountant has two to seven years experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment and should be capable of successfully working in areas including but not limited to inventory costing, inventory control, manufacturing COGS, variance analysis/reporting, and quick/accurate period-end closes. Essential Functions Provide cost estimates for new products and ensure approved standard cost is set prior to the first production run. Assist with annual update of standard cost Assist with reconciliation of perpetual inventory to general ledger on a monthly basis Update Plant Production Summary on a daily basis Process and analyze manufacturing work orders and resultant variances Assist in analyzing and preparing inventory obsolescence reserves Analyze all inventory adjustments to ensure proper classification Assist in preparing, analyzing, and coordinating the annual budget and weekly updates of the quarterly Plant Variance Forecast Prepare and submit monthly close journal entries and assist with other month-end closing requirements Assist with annual physical inventory and with review of all cycle counts to ensure proper internal controls are being followed Other duties as assigned Job Requirements
Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics 2-7 years of experience in cost accounting or inventory accounting preferably in the consumer products goods industry Strong financial modeling skills using Excel Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft D365 or similar Job Prerequisites Ability to meet attendance standards At times it may be necessary to work additional hours in order to get the required tasks accomplished to meet deadlines Have general math skills; adding, subtracting, multiplication, division and percentage calculation Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and proportions Able to use personal computer and standard office equipment such as fax and copy machines, calculator, and printers Aptitude to learn computer programs as needed Strong verbal and written communication skills Resourceful and well organized Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Additional Information
Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401K
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Location:
Calumet City, IL 60409 US Posted:
09/04/2025 Industry:
Accounting & Finance Job Number:
403 Pay Rate:
$85-100K Remote:
Hybrid Job Description
Summary The Cost Accountant has two to seven years experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment and should be capable of successfully working in areas including but not limited to inventory costing, inventory control, manufacturing COGS, variance analysis/reporting, and quick/accurate period-end closes. Essential Functions Provide cost estimates for new products and ensure approved standard cost is set prior to the first production run. Assist with annual update of standard cost Assist with reconciliation of perpetual inventory to general ledger on a monthly basis Update Plant Production Summary on a daily basis Process and analyze manufacturing work orders and resultant variances Assist in analyzing and preparing inventory obsolescence reserves Analyze all inventory adjustments to ensure proper classification Assist in preparing, analyzing, and coordinating the annual budget and weekly updates of the quarterly Plant Variance Forecast Prepare and submit monthly close journal entries and assist with other month-end closing requirements Assist with annual physical inventory and with review of all cycle counts to ensure proper internal controls are being followed Other duties as assigned Job Requirements
Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics 2-7 years of experience in cost accounting or inventory accounting preferably in the consumer products goods industry Strong financial modeling skills using Excel Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft D365 or similar Job Prerequisites Ability to meet attendance standards At times it may be necessary to work additional hours in order to get the required tasks accomplished to meet deadlines Have general math skills; adding, subtracting, multiplication, division and percentage calculation Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and proportions Able to use personal computer and standard office equipment such as fax and copy machines, calculator, and printers Aptitude to learn computer programs as needed Strong verbal and written communication skills Resourceful and well organized Must have knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Additional Information
Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401K
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