Job Description
About Our Client:
This manufacturing company located in Oak Ridge North, Texas is looking for a full time permanent Cost Accountant who will be responsible for analyzing cost data, improving financial performance, and ensuring accurate cost reporting to support business decisions.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain and analyze cost accounting records, systems, and processes
• Prepare cost estimates, variances, and trend analyses
• Reconcile perpetual inventory records with general ledger and physical counts
• Ensure accuracy of WIP, scrap, rework, and inventory adjustment transactions
• Identify slow-moving/obsolete items and recommend actions
• Monitor inventory valuation and standard costs
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies
Requirements:
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA certification (preferred but not required)
• 5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge cost accounting principles
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Resolve issues with a win-win perspective
• Strong organizational and time management skills
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