Cost Accounting Analyst

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Mequon, WI
In-Office
Mid level
Manufacturing
The Role
The Cost Accounting Analyst will lead financial operations, perform cost analyses, and provide insights to enhance operational efficiency. Responsibilities include supporting cost reporting and guiding junior accountants in a collaborative environment.
Summary Generated by Built In
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family!

This role is anticipated to begin in the first quarter of 2026. Applications are being accepted now to build our candidate pipeline.Cost & Inventory Accounting Manager

Hybrid in Mequon, WI (3 days a week onsite)

Position Purpose / Mission

Play a critical role in driving financial performance and operational efficiency. As the subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting, you’ll lead month‑end close activities, deliver advanced cost and margin analysis, and partner cross‑functionally to provide insights that shape strategic decisions. This role offers the opportunity to influence manufacturing operations, strengthen financial controls, and mentor the next generation of accounting talent.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 3-10 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience

  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

  • Proficiency in ERP systems and Excel

  • Solid understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation

Preferred Qualifications
  • CPA, CMA, or MBA designation

  • Several years of experience in cost accounting within manufacturing environments

  • Experience leading close processes or driving improvement initiatives

Major AccountabilitiesCost Leadership & Reporting
  • Lead monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll‑ups and reconciliations

  • Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights

  • Support standard cost setting and periodic updates

Business Partnership & Analysis
  • Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities

  • Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions

Process Improvement & Controls
  • Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting

  • Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy

  • Provide support for other accounting functions as needed

Mentorship & Development
  • Guide and support junior accountants, sharing technical expertise and best practices

  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth

Why Join Us?
  • Be a trusted advisor influencing both financial and operational outcomes

  • Gain exposure to cross‑functional teams and strategic decision‑making

  • Lead initiatives that improve efficiency, accuracy, and profitability

  • Grow your career in a collaborative, innovation‑driven environment

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).

Top Skills

Erp Systems
Excel
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The Company
Mequon, , Wisconsin
285 Employees
Year Founded: 1936

What We Do

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

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