Cost Accountant / Sr. Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant - Manufacturing | Global, Growth-Oriented Company Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 base + 10% bonus Work Model: On-site | Maplewood, MN Why This Opportunity Stands Out: This is a key role within a mid-sized global manufacturing company that continues to expand its presence in the market. The position offers strong exposure to both operations and finance, making it an ideal next step for a cost accountant looking to deepen expertise—or for a talented G/L accountant ready to pivot into cost accounting. You'll be part of a collaborative finance team and work closely with operations leadership, providing valuable insights that directly support decision-making. The company fosters a culture of development and growth, with opportunities to broaden responsibilities as the business scales globally. Key Responsibilities for the Cost Accountant: * Partner with operations leaders on manufacturing and supply chain expense analysis and variance explanations * Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, documentation, and records * Participate in product setup, costing, and new product introductions * Assist with cycle counts and verification of inventory on hand * Provide financial support to cross-functional teams through cost analysis and reporting * Support the annual manufacturing and supply chain budget process to ensure accurate standard costs and absorption * Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures Qualifications for the Cost Accountant: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field * 2+ years of manufacturing cost accounting experience - OR - 2-3 years of strong G/L accounting experience with an interest in moving into cost accounting * Strong analytical skills and a mindset for continuous improvement * ERP experience preferred (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.) * Proficiency in Excel #CostAccountant #ManufacturingFinance #FinanceJobsMN #MaplewoodJobs #LI-PS1 #LI-Onsite #manufacturing #costaccounting #inventoryaccounting #standardcosting #accounting #accountant #plant accoiuntant