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Senior Cost Accountant in Reading, PA

Senior Cost Accountant Job Description

Senior cost accountants should have strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems. Companies seek candidates who have at least three years of experience in a specialty, as well as a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. A certification such as a CPA, CGMA or CMA or an MBA is highly valued.

Typical senior cost accountant duties:

Analyzing manufacturing operationsAnalyzing manufacturing equipment availability and utilizationPerforming month-end cost accounting closeMaintaining cost accounting system and cost ledgerPerforming life cycle cost-benefit analysisAnalyzing inventory valuations

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Salary for Senior Cost Accountant in Reading, PA

81413 - 103838

Low
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The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
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The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
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The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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