Cost Accounting Analyst – Let’s Talk Numbers!
Are you someone who loves digging into the details, making sense of numbers, and figuring out where things can be more efficient? If so, we’ve got a great opportunity for you! We’re looking for a Cost Accounting Analyst who can keep a close eye on inventory, track cost movements, and help fine-tune our reporting processes. If spreadsheets, reconciliations, and problem-solving excite you, keep reading.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Answer costing-related questions from different teams and auditors—think inventory pegging, cost fluctuations, and making sure everything adds up.
- Prepare journal entries, analyze general ledger accounts, and reconcile inventory records.
- Improve inventory reporting by keeping a pulse on material costs, labor, and overhead.
- Track and report inventory balances across different product lines while keeping an eye on variances and quarterly classifications.
- Ensure internal controls are solid and up to date, supporting both internal and external audits.
- Look for ways to make accounting processes more efficient and participate in cross-training with teammates.
- Support projects and provide financial insights when needed.
- Work closely with Procurement and Operations to ensure inventory costing is accurate and makes sense.
What You Bring to the Table
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with at least 4 years of experience (OR a graduate degree with 2+ years of experience OR 8+ years of experience in lieu of a degree).
- Experience in cost accounting—especially in operations or manufacturing.
- SAP expertise is a big plus, particularly in pegging and distribution.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can juggle multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and organizational skills—you know how to get your point across and keep things running smoothly.
- A knack for problem-solving, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
If you’re ready to take your cost accounting skills to the next level and be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 4 years of experience
- Graduate degree with at least 2 years of experience, as an alternative to a bachelor's degree
- At least 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- Experience in cost accounting, especially in operations or manufacturing
- SAP expertise, particularly in pegging and distribution
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
What We Do
Helping your business reach your hiring goals The business world changes constantly. For companies to remain competitive, they need to be more nimble than ever. But identifying and hiring talent is rarely easy. That's where our team of experts come in. Our philosophy Each situation (and company) is unique. One-size-fits-all approaches will never help your business reach its full potential. Custom solutions take advantage of opportunities that your competitors can't. That's what we deliver to you. Our commitment to results When we work with you, we roll up our sleeves and become your business partner. Our success is measured by the success of your company. That's why we invest whatever resources are needed to get and keep your business on the right track. Our experience We know the challenges businesses face today. Our recruiters have years of experience in identifying and intriguing talent. Access to specialized recruiters all over the globe LaBine and Associates is a member of NPA Worldwide, 60+ year old global network of highly specialized recruiters, enabling us to partner with experts to fill your roles. NPAworldwide membership is offered on a selective basis to recruitment firms with a proven track record of both experience and success. Trust, reliability, and integrity are hallmarks of our cooperative environment. • Successful placements made in all industries and occupations on a global basis • Access to a private network of recruiter-sourced candidates on a global basis • Whether you have a specialised local role to fill or need to find talent overseas, NPAworldwide members rely on their network connections to deliver results.
