Senior Cost Accountant POST NUMBER: 466397
Vaco by Highspring has partnered with a rapidly growing, technology-driven manufacturing company that is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support and enhance its cost accounting function.
Key Responsibilities
· Maintain and enhance standard cost systems, including bills of material, routings, labor, and overhead rates
· Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead) and provide actionable insights to operations and finance leadership
· Support monthly close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing accruals
· Prepare inventory reconciliations, reserves, and obsolescence analysis
· Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to improve cost visibility, efficiency, and profitability
· Support annual standard cost roll and periodic re-costing initiatives
· Assist with budgeting and forecasting for manufacturing costs and capital expenditures
· Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls related to cost accounting and inventory
· Support internal and external audits, including documentation and walkthroughs
· Participate in ERP system enhancements and continuous process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
· 5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment (medical device, aerospace, precision manufacturing, or similar preferred)
· Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis
· Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, or similar)
· Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analysis tools a plus
· Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environmen
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.Recommended Jobs
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