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Cost Accountant
Charter ManufacturingCost Accountant at Charter Manufacturing responsible for month-end close, cost analysis, and cross-functional partnerships. Join a trusted family-owned business with a commitment to quality.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in cost and inventory accounting, with a strong focus on financial performance, operational efficiency, and compliance with US GAAP. Capable of leading month-end close activities and guiding junior accountants while leveraging advanced analytical skills and ERP systems.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cost Accounting ExpertiseFinancial AnalysisERP Systems ProficiencyUS GAAP UnderstandingLeadership in Close Processes
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Hard Skills
Cost AnalysisMargin AnalysisInventory ValuationCost AllocationMonth-End Close ActivitiesStandard Cost SettingData Accuracy ImprovementFinancial ReportingCapital Investment AnalysisOperational Efficiency Insights
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsExcel
Certifications & Qualifications
CPACMAMBA
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing FinanceCost Performance ReportsInternal ControlsCross-Functional PartnershipClose Process Leadership
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting
- Lead month-end close activities
- Perform advanced cost and margin analysis
- Partner cross-functionally to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial performance
- Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights
- Support standard cost setting and periodic updates
- Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions
- Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting
- Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy
- Support and guide junior accountants, sharing technical expertise and best practices
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 4–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel
- Understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation
- CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
- 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments may be preferred
- Experience leading close processes or improvement initiatives
Benefits
Comp & perks- comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing
- company-paid life insurance
- disability coverage
- paid time off (PTO)