Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

Location: Mercer County, NJ
Schedule: Hyrbid
Salary: Up to $110,000 - Contract - to- Hire

About the Opportunity

Beacon Hill is partnering with a growing chemical manufacturing company in Mercer County, NJ that is seeking a Cost Accountant to join its finance team. This position will play a critical role in analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory activity, product profitability, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of cost accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods
• Prepare and review inventory and manufacturing-related journal entries
• Perform inventory reconciliations and assist with cycle count and physical inventory processes
• Analyze manufacturing variances, including labor, material, and overhead costs
• Monitor product costs and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
• Prepare cost and profitability reports for management
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and production teams to improve reporting and cost visibility
• Ensure accuracy of inventory valuation and compliance with company policies
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Chemical, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, or process manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis
• Experience supporting month-end close and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Company Profile:

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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