Hybrid role, onsite 3 days a week in Milwaukee, WI
Join a high‑impact finance team where you’ll serve as the go‑to expert in cost and inventory accounting. In this role, you will own month‑end close for cost accounting, deliver meaningful cost and margin insights, and partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance. Your work will directly influence operational efficiency, profitability, and strategic decision‑making across the business.
Minimum Qualifications- 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 with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
- Solid understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation methodologies
- CPA, CMA, or MBA
- 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments
- Experience leading month‑end close or driving process improvements
- Lead the monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll‑ups, reconciliations, and accuracy of cost data
- Analyze manufacturing variances, trends, and cost drivers, delivering insights that help leadership take action
- Support the development and maintenance of standard costs, including routine updates
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities
- Provide financial analysis for capital investments, production efficiency initiatives, and pricing decisions
- Maintain strong internal controls over cost and inventory accounting processes
- Drive automation and process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency
- Provide support to broader accounting functions as needed
- Mentor and guide junior accountants, sharing best practices and technical expertise
- Follow all Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System guidelines
- Ability to meet the essential requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation
We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
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Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a family-owned group of differentiated metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936. Our will to grow is our success. It is the result of Charter’s respected team of employees, each person’s dedication to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. Our businesses include Charter Steel, Charter Dura-Bar, Charter Wire and Charter Aarrowcast. Connect with us and learn about the stories and successes our family of employees share. Visit http://www.chartermfg.com/work/jobs/ to learn more about opportunities for employment and where you might fit in
