Senior Cost Accountant - Operational Excellence

Augmentis
Morristown, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$85,000 - $105,000 a year

Benefits

401(k) matching
Gym membership

Qualifications

Cost accounting analysis
Financial close processing
ERP systems
Manufacturing facility experience
Bachelor's degree
Accounting experience within manufacturing industry
Closing the books
Manufacturing company experience
Segregation of duties analysis
Audit support

Full Job Description

Our client is a leading manufacturer and a globally recognized public company with a remarkable 75-year history of growth and innovation. It offers an exceptional company culture that fosters development and provides diverse opportunities. Forbes has honored it as one of the World's Best Employers, highlighting its commitment to excellence and inclusivity.

Why consider joining our client?

Publicly traded company on a path of continuous growth and recognized by Forbes as a top global employer
Exceptional insurance coverage and 401 (k) matching program, effective upon hire.
Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period
Vibrant company culture and collaborative team environment
Access to excellent training programs for professional development
Free fitness center membership

This person partners with operations teams to reduce costs and improve gross margin, and manages inventory transaction accuracy to prevent major inventory write-offs or write-downs. Provides timely updates on cost rolls and manages the annual cost roll with new rates. This person supports plant operations through detailed cost analysis, inventory accounting, ERP oversight, and month-end close activities. This position offers strong visibility across finance and operations while serving as a key liaison between accounting, manufacturing leadership, and system users.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in manufacturing cost accounting, inventory controls, standard costing, and ERP systems within a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Calculate and maintain department overhead rates
Develop and maintain actual and standard costs, including direct material, labor, and overhead
Analyze manufacturing cost variances related to labor, yield, overhead absorption, and production activity
Partner with operations leadership to identify drivers behind variances and recommend standard cost updates
Monitor and analyze raw material, outside service, and WIP cost movements
Support monthly pre-close and month-end close activities within the plant ERP environment
Maintain inventory costing accuracy across multiple plant and Oracle locations
Update and maintain LIFO department rates
Analyze profitability, absorption, and manufacturing performance metrics
Review and monitor inventory movements, revaluations, physical inventory adjustments, and cost transactions
Monitor finished goods inventory relief and perform adjustments as needed
Serve as the Business Process Owner (BPO) for plant ERP modules related to cost, inventory, lot traceability, and reporting
Support manufacturing teams on lot traceability processes and ERP-related troubleshooting
Participate in ERP testing, implementation updates, and process improvements
Monitor and support shop floor labor reporting processes
Maintain strong internal controls related to inventory management and segregation of duties
Perform periodic ERP security reviews and business impact assessments
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and inventory valuation reporting
Support physical inventories and audit-related activities
Create, review, and approve operational activity instructions
Support continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and manufacturing operations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification preferred
3–5 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and manufacturing operations
Experience supporting month-end close processes
Experience working within manufacturing ERP systems
Prior exposure to inventory controls, audit support, and segregation of duties
Experience supporting ERP modules related to cost, inventory, or lot traceability preferred
Ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and plant leadership

Preferred Background

Manufacturing environments with complex inventory flows, labor reporting, or traceability requirements
Exposure to regulated or process-driven manufacturing operations
Experience serving as a system super-user, ERP lead, or Business Process Owner within a plant environment

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About Augmentis

Augmentis is a specialized recruiting firm focused on accounting, finance, procurement, and engineering talent across the U.S. We partner with growth‑oriented companies to match high‑impact professionals with meaningful roles.

To learn more about Augmentis , visit our website: www.augment-is.com

Representation/employer clarification:

Augmentis is conducting this search on behalf of our client. The selected candidate will be employed directly by our client, not by Augmentis.

EEO + disclaimer

Our client and Augmentis are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This job posting does not constitute a contract or guarantee of employment, and role details are subject to change based on our clients' needs. By applying, you acknowledge that your information may be shared with our client for recruitment and hiring.

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