If you’re energized by turning complex shop-floor activity into crisp financial insights, this role is for you. As a Cost Accounting Specialist focused on production and inventory, you’ll connect the dots between ERP data, operational drivers, and financial results—so leaders can make better, faster decisions.
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Cost Accounting & Inventory Control
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Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead.
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Perform variance analysis (material, labor, overhead) and explain fluctuations to operations.
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Monitor receipts, transfers, and adjustments; reconcile the inventory subledger to the general ledger.
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Support cycle counts and physical inventory activities.
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Close & Reporting
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Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
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Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
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Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting.
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Planning & Decision Support
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Assist in building annual budgets and forecasts.
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Track performance against plan and highlight emerging trends.
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Provide financial analysis that guides operational decision-making.
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Systems & Internal Controls
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Maintain cost data within ERP platforms (IQMS, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
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Ensure internal controls over financial reporting and inventory are effective.
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Business Partnership
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Collaborate with production, supply chain, and operations to validate and improve cost data.
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Champion process improvements that enhance accuracy and efficiency.
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Translate financial insights for non-finance audiences.
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
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2–5 years of accounting experience; manufacturing environment preferred.
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Strong background in cost or inventory accounting strongly preferred.
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Excel expertise (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) and solid GAAP knowledge.
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Comfort with ERP systems such as IQMS, SAP, Oracle, or comparable tools.
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Sharp analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to work independently under deadlines.
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Clear, collaborative communication style.
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CPA or progress toward certification.
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Hands-on experience with standard costing and variance analysis.
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Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
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Mainly office-based with regular engagement on the production floor.
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Extended hours may be needed at month-end close or during audits.
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On-time, accurate financial reporting.
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Actionable cost and variance analysis.
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Reliable inventory reconciliation and accuracy.
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Meaningful process improvements and cost savings delivered.
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Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
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Cost Accounting
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Bank Reconciliation
