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InfraTech Solutions · 1 day ago

Cost Accountant/ Analyst

InfraTech Solutions is a well-established manufacturing organization seeking a Cost Accountant Analyst to support plant operations and senior financial leadership. This role involves maintaining accurate cost structures, conducting variance analysis, and partnering with leadership to support pricing models and new business estimates.

Information Technology & Services

Responsibilities

Conduct ongoing cost reviews for products and plant operations, delivering insights that support operational decisions
Establish and maintain labor, material, and overhead standards
Compare actual production costs against established standards and budgets, and prepare clear variance analysis for management
Work with production teams to verify the accuracy of Bills of Materials and ensure they reflect current processes and outputs
Build cost simulations and support pricing development for new business opportunities in collaboration with the sales group
Assist finance leadership with performance analysis including customer profitability and product or process cost evaluation
Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of cost standards, periodic forecasts, and related updates
Support the development of labor and overhead rate structures alongside annual budgets and forecasts
Translate detailed cost and financial data into actionable recommendations for leadership
Participate in monthly and annual close activities within the finance department
Oversee inventory record accuracy, cycle count reporting, and related reconciliations

Qualification

Cost accountingVariance analysisAdvanced ExcelERP systemsManufacturing experienceManage prioritiesCommunicationAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with a focus on cost accounting
At least five to seven years of progressive accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment
Comprehensive understanding of the full cost cycle from start to finish. Candidates must have experience owning the entire costing process rather than relying on cost data assembled by other departments
Strong ability to analyze and explain cost movements and financial deviations
High attention to detail and commitment to accurate work
Advanced Excel skills including proficiency with lookups, pivot tables, and complex formulas
Experience using ERP systems. Familiarity with Epicor is helpful though not mandatory
Manufacturing industry experience is a major advantage
Ability to manage several priorities while meeting deadlines
Strong communication skills and comfort interacting across all organizational levels
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Company

InfraTech Solutions

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InfraTech Solutions is comprised of highly-specialized recruiters, bringing 14+ years of expertise in the IT Infrastructure market.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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