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The Midtown Group · 1 day ago

Cost Accountant

The Midtown Group is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Cost Accountant for their corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, TX. This role is integral to maintaining and analyzing average costs, supporting the accounting team, and providing expertise in cost management.

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Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the average process cost accounting system; analyze cost variances
Evaluate costs incurred, cost of sales, and inventory valuation, including external filings
Recommend process and policy improvements to reduce costs and maximize profitability
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly management reports
Support month-end close with journal entries and account reconciliations
Perform inventory-related functions and life cycle cost-benefit analyses
Analyze inventory valuations and monitor unit cost variances
Prepare cost of goods sold and production reports
Reconcile raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods; assist with material usage variance analysis
Prepare inventory-related journal entries and audit reports for month and year-end activities
Collaborate with Sales and Operations’ leadership, external auditors to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Support other accounting and inventory functions as needed

Qualification

Manufacturing cost accountingActivity-based costingMicrosoft ExcelJD EdwardsReportsNowCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeamworkLeadershipAttention to detailOrganizational skills

Required

Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing cost accounting, including activity-based costing
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Proactive, organized, and able to work independently
High attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and effective teamwork
Demonstrated leadership and results orientation
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Industrial Engineering

Preferred

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with JD Edwards, ReportsNow, Outlook, and Word is desirable

Company

The Midtown Group

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The Midtown Group is a staffing and recruiting company specializing in temporary, contract, and direct hire placement services.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Helen Moreau
Chief Executive Officer, President, and Founder
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Bryan Gross
President Contact Center Services
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