Plant Cost Accountant

Location: Poynette, WI (On-site 1–2 days/week) & Madison, WI Office Potential Contract to Hire Are you an experienced cost accountant looking for an opportunity to make an immediate impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Plant Cost Accountant to provide temporary support, with the potential to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Own plant financial reporting and serve as a key business partner to Operations Leadership. Act as liaison between operations and other departments. Complete month-end cost of goods sold entries and validate system data. Review inventory purchase transactions, analyze variances, and prepare summaries by category. Manage inventory accuracy processes, including cycle counting and reconciliation. Prepare product line income statements, margin reports, and variance analyses. Provide plants with daily labor and weekly overhead reports. Lead monthly operations reviews with variance explanations and corrective action recommendations. Support annual budget preparation and periodic forecast updates. Update standard inventory costs and product pricing in ERP systems. Drive cost-out initiatives and productivity improvements to offset inflation. What We’re Looking For Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA/CPA a plus). Experience: 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of cost accounting standards (BOMs, standard costing, reserves). ERP system experience (JDE, SAP, or similar). Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend solutions. Engagement Details Type: Temporary assignment with potential to become permanent. Schedule: Hybrid – 1–2 days/week at Poynette plant, remaining days in Madison office. Compensation: Based on qualifications. Please contact cindy.bruno@ if you would like to learn more about this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit, Jefferson Wells offers a referral bonus for successfully hired candidates

Created: 2026-04-01