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Cost Accountant/Finance

CFS
La Porte, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst | Onsite | $80,000–$100,000

Location: LaPorte, Indiana

We are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant / Financial Analyst to join a leading manufacturing organization in LaPorte, Indiana. This is a fully onsite role offering a hands-on opportunity to support financial operations, cost control, and business process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze manufacturing costs and inventory while managing payroll, labor standards, and fixed assets to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Perform variance and margin analysis, assist with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close activities, and support strategic cost reduction initiatives.
  • Lead capital plan administration and participate in internal/external audits, fixed asset inventories, and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Develop and improve business processes and financial tools, including spreadsheets and databases, to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and management to deliver actionable insights, prepare reports, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Minimum 3–5 years of cost or manufacturing accounting experience; advanced Excel skills required.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and detail-driven environment.

Compensation

  • Salary: $80,000–$100,000, depending on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and professional growth opportunities within a stable, established manufacturer.

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Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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