Cost Accountant

Columbus McKinnon

Cost Accountant supporting financial and operational performance by managing cost accounting processes at the Wadesboro facility. Collaborating with multiple departments to drive profitability and efficiency.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeWadesboro • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and report on production costs, including material, labor, and overhead variances
Maintain and validate standard costs, including BOMs, routings, and cost rollups
Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, including cycle counts and physical inventory
Investigate cost and inventory variances and partner with operations to identify root causes
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations
Perform work order variance analysis and ensure proper financial disposition
Provide gross margin and profitability analysis by product, customer, and production line
Collaborate with supply chain and procurement to analyze purchase price variance
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost modeling activities
Support internal and external audits related to inventory and cost accounting
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and process efficiency
Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, and internal controls
Support inventory adjustments, cycle counts, and deficiency reporting
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in accounting or related field
0–2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

cost analysisinventory managementbudgetingforecastingcost modelingfinancial reconciliationvariance analysisgross margin analysisprofitability analysisGAAP compliance

Soft Skills

analytical skillscollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailcommunicationcontinuous improvementorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting