Cost Accountant

Barry-Wehmiller

Entry-level Cost Accountant role at BW Papersystems analyzing production costs and providing cost-related data for business decisions. Collaborating cross-functionally to support financial reporting needs.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timePhillips • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills in cost accounting, with the ability to capture and classify cost data effectively. Proficient in Excel and experienced with ERP and MRP systems to support financial reporting and business decision-making.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cost AnalysisExcel ProficiencyERP Systems ExperienceCritical ThinkingTime Management

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Hard Skills

Cost AccountingData ClassificationVariance ReportingFinancial ReportingInventory Cycle Counts

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingPrioritizationStakeholder Influence

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in Finance

Industry Keywords

Cost of SalesProduction CostsBusiness Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Entry-level Cost Accounting role with broad accounting exposure through cross-functional collaboration
Analyzes material, labor, or other expenses to determine production costs, cost of sales, or other cost-related performance measures
Captures and classifies cost data to determine the cost associated with products/product lines, projects, or departments
Compares actual costs to historical or projected costs and reports on variance
Provides cost-related data in support of business decisions or for use in financial reporting
May participate in or oversee regular inventory cycle counts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance; attitude and experience considered
0-3 years of business experience
Basic accounting knowledge required
Strong knowledge of Excel and experience working with ERP and/or MRP systems
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize
Ability to handle multiple critical priorities with competing deadlines
Demonstrated ability to partner with and influence stakeholders in operational and nonoperational groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working conditions
Professional development opportunities
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off