• Chicago, IL
  • $75,000 — $85,000

Cost Accountant


About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Cost Accountant to support a manufacturing-focused accounting team during a transition period. This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in maintaining accurate cost data and supporting day-to-day operations.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with operations, analyzing costs, and making an immediate impact.


Key Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant

  • Support cost accounting activities within a manufacturing environment
  • Assist with inventory valuation, cost tracking, and variance analysis
  • Partner with operations to ensure accurate production cost reporting
  • Contribute to month-end close, including reconciliations related to inventory and cost
  • Help maintain and update standard costs
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting accuracy

Qualifications of the Cost Accountant

Required:

  • 2–5+ years of accounting experience (cost or inventory experience preferred)
  • Exposure to manufacturing, inventory, or operational accounting
  • Understanding of cost tracking, inventory, and variances
  • Ability to work on-site Monday–Friday
  • Strong attention to detail and reliability

Preferred:

  • Experience with standard costing or bill of materials (BOM)
  • Exposure to fixed assets or plant accounting
  • ERP system experience (Oracle or similar a plus)
  • Intermediate Excel skills

What We’re Looking For

  • Someone who can step in quickly and contribute right away
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate with both finance and operations teams
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Why This Role?

  • Immediate opportunity to make an impact in a critical function
  • Exposure to manufacturing operations and cross-functional teams
  • Fast interview process and quick feedback
  • Defined project with meaningful, hands-on experience

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