Cost and Accounting Analyst

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAs the Cost and Accounting Analyst reporting to the Controller, you will improve margins, operational efficiency, and have strong financial decision-making as well as supporting month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure alignment between operational costing and corporate accounting.  The successful candidate will be passionate about customer, respectful and committed to excellence.
Position is temp to hire and starting pay is between $37.00 to $41.00.  
This is an in office position, 5 days per week.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Cost Accounting & AnalysisDevelop, maintain, and update standard costs for manufactured goodsPerform material, labor, and overhead variance analysis; identify root causes and recommend corrective actionsConduct cost-volume-profit (CVP) and margin analysis by product, customer, or production jobAnalyze cost impacts of design changes, raw material fluctuations, and manufacturing processes
Inventory Accounting & ControlSupport cycle counts and physical inventory audits; investigate discrepanciesEnsure accurate inventory valuation and reconcile accounts monthlyValidate COGS and maintain BOM standard costs
Month-End Close & Financial ReportingPrepare month-end cost accounting schedules, inventory reports, and variance analysesAssist with journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsSupport plant-level financial reporting and audit documentationAssist with annual budgets, including standard cost updates and cost center planning
Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Production, Engineering, Procurement, and Supply Chain to capture cost drivers and improve cost accuracyProvide cost insights to support pricing, budgeting, and investment decisions
Qualifications Include:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field2–5 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experienceProficient in ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) and advanced Excel skillsWorking knowledge of GAAP as applied to manufacturingStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Please apply online at www.matchstaffing.com
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