We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in White Marsh, Maryland. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial reporting, inventory valuation, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment. This position involves working closely with operational departments to ensure accurate cost standards and managing a variety of financial processes to maintain the integrity of the company's accounting systems. Responsibilities:• Lead all financial reporting activities, including inventory valuation, consolidation processes, and income tax accounting.• Collaborate with operational teams to establish accurate standard costs by reviewing vendor quotes and labor/material inputs in Bills of Manufacture (BOMs).• Manage daily accounting functions such as accounts payable, invoicing, payroll, inventory integrity, and fixed asset records.• Supervise daily cash flow and banking operations to ensure timely and accurate transactions.• Prepare month-end closing activities, journal entries, and inventory valuation analysis.• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheets, ensuring alignment with company records.• Oversee timely payment of debts to avoid penalties and maintain financial compliance.• Conduct variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead to identify cost-saving opportunities.• Assist in budget preparation and forecasting to support strategic financial planning.• Coordinate with external auditors, preparing annual financial reports and workpapers for audits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business is required.• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.• Strong expertise in standard costing principles, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.• Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication abilities.• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial processes.

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White Marsh, MD
onsite
Permanent
75000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in White Marsh, Maryland. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in overseeing financial reporting, inventory valuation, and cost analysis within a manufacturing environment. This position involves working closely with operational departments to ensure accurate cost standards and managing a variety of financial processes to maintain the integrity of the company's accounting systems. Responsibilities:• Lead all financial reporting activities, including inventory valuation, consolidation processes, and income tax accounting.• Collaborate with operational teams to establish accurate standard costs by reviewing vendor quotes and labor/material inputs in Bills of Manufacture (BOMs).• Manage daily accounting functions such as accounts payable, invoicing, payroll, inventory integrity, and fixed asset records.• Supervise daily cash flow and banking operations to ensure timely and accurate transactions.• Prepare month-end closing activities, journal entries, and inventory valuation analysis.• Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and balance sheets, ensuring alignment with company records.• Oversee timely payment of debts to avoid penalties and maintain financial compliance.• Conduct variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead to identify cost-saving opportunities.• Assist in budget preparation and forecasting to support strategic financial planning.• Coordinate with external auditors, preparing annual financial reports and workpapers for audits.
2025-09-10T16:49:15Z