Cost Accountant
Cost Accountant
Platinum Recruiting Group
Greater Indianapolis
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Cost Accountant (Manufacturing) - $100k-110K + Great Benefits + Hybrid Schedule!
Are you a detail-oriented Cost Accountant with a knack for turning numbers into insights?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our client, a leading equipment supplier with a strong values-driven culture, is seeking a Cost Accountant to join their growing team.
In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of their costing processes. You will be responsible for:
- Maintaining and updating standard costs (including rollout for a new system in January)
- Analyzing variances and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Preparing detailed cost reports and supporting financial statement reconciliations
- Collaborating with other departments (Operations, Engineering) to ensure data accuracy
- Utilizing advanced Excel functions (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, SUMIF, SUMIFS, PivotTables, etc.) to analyze data
To be successful, you will need:
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (similar products a plus)
- Experience with a full annual cycle at a company
- Strong understanding of standard cost accounting principles (variances, setting standards)
- Solid accounting background (journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations)
- Proficiency in advanced Excel functions
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Self-motivated with a go-getter attitude
- The ability to connect the dots from detailed data to high-level financial statements
The Perks:
- Competitive salary range ($100k-110k annually)
- Relocation assistance available
- Hybrid work schedule (2 days remote, 3 days in office with Fridays mandatory in-office)
- Opportunity to join a growing company with a strong values-driven culture
We are an established recruiting agency partnering with our client in this search. Let's chat about your career goals and see if this is the right fit!
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Seniority level
Associate -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance -
Industries
Manufacturing and Accounting
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