Cost Accountant
Creative Financial Staffing - Itasca, IL
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Cost Accountant** $85,000 - $100,000Why This Opportunity Stands *• Newly created Cost Accountant role due to company expansion-step into a high-impact position with room to grow• Work closely with the Regional Controller and have full ownership over cost functions across two manufacturing sites• Be a strategic partner to operations, engineering, and finance teams-your insights will directly shape cost structure and performance• Strong benefits package including 6% 401(k) match, full healthcare, PTO, and all travel expenses covered• Modern, clean, well-maintained plant environment with access to cutting-edge ERP systems (Made2Manage)• Family-owned culture with the support of a larger parent company-collaborative team, people-first values• Enjoy diversity in your day: manage costing, support ERP integration, and influence budgeting, controls, and reportingKey Responsibilities for the Cost *• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and documentation across two manufacturing plants• Analyze and reconcile inventory and cost data; compare standard vs. actual production costs as Cost Accountant• Partner with plant ops to support cost control, budgeting, and process improvement• Support ERP implementation and help standardize cost practices across locations• Assist with journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activitiesQualifications for the Cost **• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred• 3+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment• Proficient in Excel; ERP system experience$85,000-$100,000#LI-AH1#ZRCFS
Created: 2025-05-24