We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Plainfield, Indiana. This position will play a key role in strengthening cost visibility, supporting operational decision-making, and improving financial accuracy across production activities. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing accounting and can translate detailed cost data into meaningful business insight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze production costs and maintain accurate product costing to support pricing, profitability, and financial reporting decisions.<br>• Monitor job-level and standard costs, identifying variances and explaining the operational drivers behind cost fluctuations.<br>• Review and maintain bills of material to help ensure cost data reflects current manufacturing processes and component usage.<br>• Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to evaluate inventory activity and improve the accuracy of cost-related records.<br>• Lead or support cycle count reviews and inventory reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely and controlled manner.<br>• Prepare regular cost analysis reports that highlight trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for margin improvement.<br>• Assist with month-end close activities related to inventory, cost allocations, and manufacturing accounting entries.<br>• Utilize ERP tools such as NetSuite or Epicor to manage cost data, reporting, and system-based financial analysis.