We are looking for a skilled Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in the New London area. In this contract position, you will play a key role in analyzing and managing cost structures within a manufacturing environment. Your expertise will be essential in maintaining accurate financial records and improving cost efficiency. Responsibilities:• Analyze and manage cost accounting systems to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.• Develop and maintain standard costing models for manufacturing processes.• Evaluate and track job costs, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals.• Review and update bills of materials to reflect current production requirements.• Utilize Excel to prepare detailed cost analyses and financial reports.• Implement percentage of completion accounting methods to ensure proper revenue recognition.• Collaborate with production teams to identify and address cost variances.• Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making and cost optimization.• Prepare and present financial data to management for strategic planning.• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices within the organization.

• Proven experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment. • Strong knowledge of standard costing principles and practices. • Proficiency in job costing and percentage of completion accounting. • Expertise in analyzing and managing bills of materials. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. • Ability to identify cost variances and recommend actionable solutions. • Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey financial insights. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

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New London, CT
onsite
Temporary
47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Sr. Cost Accountant to join our team in the New London area. In this contract position, you will play a key role in analyzing and managing cost structures within a manufacturing environment. Your expertise will be essential in maintaining accurate financial records and improving cost efficiency. Responsibilities:• Analyze and manage cost accounting systems to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.• Develop and maintain standard costing models for manufacturing processes.• Evaluate and track job costs, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals.• Review and update bills of materials to reflect current production requirements.• Utilize Excel to prepare detailed cost analyses and financial reports.• Implement percentage of completion accounting methods to ensure proper revenue recognition.• Collaborate with production teams to identify and address cost variances.• Provide insights and recommendations to support decision-making and cost optimization.• Prepare and present financial data to management for strategic planning.• Ensure adherence to accounting standards and practices within the organization.
2025-10-30T14:44:18Z