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LHH · 3 hours ago

Cost Accountant

LHH is a growing U.S. manufacturing site within a large global organization, seeking a Cost Accountant to join their plant finance team. The role involves maintaining standard costs, monitoring manufacturing variances, and collaborating with various teams to identify cost improvements.

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Hiring Manager
Samantha Almquist
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Responsibilities

Maintaining and updating standard costs across product lines
Monitoring manufacturing variances (work orders, scrap, PPV) and presenting findings to leadership
Reviewing and closing work orders and quarterly results
Supporting new product development with cost estimates and margin analysis
Leading cycle count and physical inventory programs
Preparing journal entries and supporting month-end close (inventory, COGS, accruals)
Partnering with production, engineering, and supply chain to identify cost improvements

Qualification

Cost accounting experienceStandard cost knowledgeGAAP understandingERP systems experienceAnalytical skillsAttention to detailCross-functional collaborationEffective communication

Required

3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong foundation in standard cost, inventory valuation, and cost flows
Solid understanding of GAAP, debits/credits, and cost structure mechanics
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
Experience with ERP systems (Oracle Cloud preferred)
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and comfort working independently
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively at all levels

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
EAP program
Commuter benefits
401K plan
Paid Sick Leave
Holiday pay

Company

At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
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Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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