Cost Accountant
Join a dynamic manufacturing organization as a Cost Accountant, where your expertise will play a vital role in enhancing financial accuracy and operational efficiency. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing company that values precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Located onsite in Bedford, NH, this position is perfect for professionals ready to make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Overview:
As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for managing and analyzing cost data related to inventory, production, and Standard costs, supporting the company’s financial health and operational decision-making. You will collaborate closely with procurement, production, and accounting teams to maintain data integrity, conduct variance analysis, and support month-end close processes. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting who thrive on detail and accuracy.
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 2-3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with Excel and Word; experience with Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP systems preferred
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to perform variance analysis, reconcile inventories, and support month-end close procedures
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with Standard Costing & Valuation processes
- Familiarity with JSOX internal controls and inventory auditing
- Experience working with manufacturing variances and gross margin analysis
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- 2-3 years of hands-on cost accounting experience in a standard cost manufacturing environment
- ERP system experience (Oracle, NetSuite, SAP) is beneficial
Other Requirements:
- This is an onsite role based in Bedford, NH, with no remote work available.
- Regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility for early start times and occasional early departures.
- The ideal candidate will pass a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to work closely with the accounting and production teams to support internal controls and operational excellence.
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