
Senior Cost Accountant
Emerald Technologies
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Salem • New Hampshire • United States
Visit company websiteExplore more
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Lead the annual standard cost roll process
- Establish, maintain, and update production Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings
- Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances (PPV, POV)
- Conduct root cause analyses to identify significant deviations from standard costs
- Manage excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory reserves
- Lead physical inventory counts and cycle count programs across multiple facilities
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams
- Evaluate financial impacts of process changes, operational adjustments, or new product introductions
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3–5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUPs)
- Experience with large-scale ERP systems
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401K and company matching with no vesting period
- PTO for rest and relaxation
- Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
- Employee Assistance Program
- A safe and inclusive work environment with team and management support
- Employee training and development
- Community service and philanthropic initiatives
- Employee appreciation and events
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee Referral program
- Employee discounts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
cost accountingproduction Bills of Materialsroot cause analysisvariance analysisinventory managementfinancial impact evaluationadvanced Microsoft ExcelERP systemsU.S. GAAP
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationanalytical thinking
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Finance