Senior Cost Accountant IV

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing or R&D environment.

Salary Range: $140K - $150K (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing cost accounting activities, including month-end close, cost maintenance, labor and overhead absorption, inventory management, and freight and duty tracking.

• Establish strong working relationships with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to understand business processes, operational drivers, costs, and revenue.

• Develop, implement, and improve accounting processes, with an emphasis on change management, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

• Identify opportunities to improve labor and overhead costs, strengthen cost structures, and increase overall profitability.

• Partner with Inventory Control and Internal Audit teams to monitor and improve cycle counting procedures and inventory accuracy.

• Perform detailed variance analysis, including purchase price variances, cost revaluations, invoice-to-purchase-order price discrepancies, and work order variances.

• Ensure ERP data accuracy through financial analysis, internal audits, and coordination with inventory control, production, and work order processing teams.

• Lead ERP process enhancements and support system scalability as business processes and requirements evolve.

• Collaborate with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to identify cost drivers and develop models for budgets, forecasts, and forward-looking business plans.

• Partner with FP&A and Engineering to maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and evaluate the financial impact of cost-reduction initiatives.

• Maintain process integrity across manufacturing, intercompany, and inventory functions while working with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.

• Prepare accounting schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external reporting requirements.

• Support monthly budget-versus-actual analysis, audits, and internal control compliance.

• Build strong relationships with business partners and accounting peers, serving as a trusted resource for financial reporting and operational decision-making.

• Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive financial and organizational information.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing and/or R&D environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Understanding of manufacturing environments and associated financial processes.

• Knowledge of supply chain operations, receiving, inventory flow, production processes, and manufacturing principles.

• Ability to analyze detailed ERP transactions and clearly communicate findings to management.

• Strong understanding of financial, distribution, and manufacturing systems.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and business judgment skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Effective project management, organization, and time management abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities in a complex, high-growth organization.

• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing business needs and processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and/or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Experience working for a publicly traded company.
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
​​​​​​​Experience supporting financial reporting functions.

Once you apply, please text "SCA" to 904-712-6140 for a faster reply. 

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