We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This role focuses on analyzing and managing costs within a manufacturing environment to ensure accurate reporting, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost analysis, inventory valuation, and financial controls to help optimize production processes and enhance profitability. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for products, components, and manufacturing processes. • Conduct detailed cost variance analyses, including material, labor, and overhead costs, and identify root causes. • Oversee the accuracy of bill of materials (BOMs) and routings, ensuring alignment with production requirements. • Analyze production costs to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements. • Provide detailed cost models and scenario analyses to support new product launches and strategic initiatives. • Prepare detailed cost projections for RFQs and business proposals, ensuring assumptions are well-supported. • Manage inventory valuation processes, including cycle counts and reconciliation between physical inventory and system records. • Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and audit compliance regarding cost accounting practices. • Create monthly manufacturing cost reports and dashboards to provide insights into cost trends and operational performance. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities for manufacturing cost centers to align with organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; certifications demonstrating attention to detail are a plus. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment. • Proficiency in standard costing, BOMs, and cost flow analysis. • Advanced knowledge of Excel and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems. • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in financial reporting and cost analysis. • Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma is advantageous.

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Manitowoc, WI
onsite
Permanent
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This role focuses on analyzing and managing costs within a manufacturing environment to ensure accurate reporting, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost analysis, inventory valuation, and financial controls to help optimize production processes and enhance profitability. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for products, components, and manufacturing processes. • Conduct detailed cost variance analyses, including material, labor, and overhead costs, and identify root causes. • Oversee the accuracy of bill of materials (BOMs) and routings, ensuring alignment with production requirements. • Analyze production costs to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements. • Provide detailed cost models and scenario analyses to support new product launches and strategic initiatives. • Prepare detailed cost projections for RFQs and business proposals, ensuring assumptions are well-supported. • Manage inventory valuation processes, including cycle counts and reconciliation between physical inventory and system records. • Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and audit compliance regarding cost accounting practices. • Create monthly manufacturing cost reports and dashboards to provide insights into cost trends and operational performance. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities for manufacturing cost centers to align with organizational goals.
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