Cost Accountant

Barry-Wehmiller

Cost Accountant provides critical cost analysis and financial reporting for Afinitas. Collaborates with leadership on margin analysis and supports monthly close processes.

Posted 4/28/2026full-timeMediapolis • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and present product class margin analysis reports to division, site, and functional leadership
Serve as finance liaison to site management team to ensure proper processes and controls are followed and lead to accurate financial records
Serve as finance liaison to site inventory team to ensure accurate perpetual inventory records
Maintain procedures and policy adherence to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with U.S. GAAP
Compile cost and manufacturing/kitting expense information for budget preparation and rate-setting
Partner with FPA teams on an as-needed basis
Calculate and analyze various accruals and estimates
Support monthly close, via assigned account reconciliations and related analysis
Prepare and support routine and ad hoc reporting matters
Support annual audit requests related to areas of ownership
Assist in the integration of acquired businesses
Interface with other departments and assist in process flows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, preferably in accounting
3-5 years working with accounting principles, specifically cost accounting
Two years of demonstrable financial analysis and reporting experience preferred
Experience leading and developing team members is desired
Solid understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP)
Experience with an integrated ERP preferred
CPA or public accounting experience a plus
Strong verbal and written interpersonal/communication skills required
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities
Ability to work individually as well as with team members, virtual and in-person

Benefits

Comp & perks

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Opportunities for professional growth
Equal opportunity employer
Accommodations during the interview process

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial analysiscost accountingbudget preparationaccount reconciliationsaccrualsestimatesreportinginventory managementU.S. GAAPprocedures and policy adherence

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailteam leadershipadaptabilitymultitaskingcollaborationprocess improvementproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in businessCPApublic accounting experience