What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant I position at Carley Foundry, Inc.?
Are you detail-oriented, analytical, and ready to grow your career in cost accounting? We are seeking a Cost Accountant I to join our team and play an essential role in supporting accounting operations, job costing activities, and financial accuracy across the organization.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with Accounting, Purchasing, and Operations to ensure accurate financial data and drive meaningful process improvements. If you enjoy problem-solving, learning new systems, and contributing to a high-performing team, we’d love to meet you! What You’ll Do
Hours Per Week: 40-45 hours
Benefits: Competitive Salaries, Comprehensive Medical Plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Company Sponsored Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life, Spouse and Child Life, 401K Retirement, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, Company Sponsored Events including Annual Holiday Party & Company Picnic.
Plus $2000 Signing Bonus awarded after completion of 180 days Why Join Us?
At Carley Foundry, we take pride in producing high-quality castings that power industries around the world. You’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Apply Today!
Take your career to the next level and help shape the future at Carley Foundry!
Carley Foundry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.
XJ6
In this role, you will collaborate closely with Accounting, Purchasing, and Operations to ensure accurate financial data and drive meaningful process improvements. If you enjoy problem-solving, learning new systems, and contributing to a high-performing team, we’d love to meet you! What You’ll Do
- Review receipts for accuracy, including GL coding, taxability, department assignment, and usage verification
- Act as a key liaison between Accounting and Purchasing
- Review completed jobs and prepare them for closure
- Process job close variances and issue materials to jobs
- Prepare manual journal entries
- Process cash receipts and company credit card statements
- Lead budget reconciliations
- Lead and complete various month-end account reconciliations
- Assist with standard cost updates and annual budget preparation
- Support financial audit preparation and R&D studies
- Serve as owner for capital projects, property tax processes, and document archives
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and support ERP updates (routings, part groups, part classes, etc.)
- Back up various Accounting roles and assist with physical inventory coordination
- Identify and support process improvements, including documentation, training, and automation
- Collaborate closely with the Cost Accountant II on asset disposals
- Minimum 2-year degree in Accounting
- Strong understanding of the general ledger and GAAP
- Cost accounting knowledge or manufacturing accounting experience preferred
- Sales tax knowledge is a plus
- Advanced Excel skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team
- Self-driven, adaptable, and eager to learn
- Strong problem-solving and logical thinking abilities
Hours Per Week: 40-45 hours
Benefits: Competitive Salaries, Comprehensive Medical Plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), Vision, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Company Sponsored Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life, Spouse and Child Life, 401K Retirement, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, Company Sponsored Events including Annual Holiday Party & Company Picnic.
Plus $2000 Signing Bonus awarded after completion of 180 days Why Join Us?
At Carley Foundry, we take pride in producing high-quality castings that power industries around the world. You’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement drive everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Apply Today!
Take your career to the next level and help shape the future at Carley Foundry!
Carley Foundry, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.
XJ6
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000