Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

Location: Hybrid in Seattle, WA
Contract Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: Competitive market rate (Estimated range: $80,000–$100,000 annually DOE)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a skilled Cost Accountant for a hybrid contract-to-hire opportunity in Seattle, WA. This position is ideal for an analytical accounting professional with strong attention to detail and a passion for operational excellence. The Cost Accountant will play a key role in analyzing production costs, monitoring inventory, and ensuring accurate cost reporting to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and analyze cost accounting records for materials, labor, and overhead

• Prepare and reconcile inventory and cost of goods sold accounts

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances, purchase price variances, and margin performance

• Assist with standard cost updates, cost roll-ups, and variance analysis

• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost data and process alignment

• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory and cost activities

• Support month-end close and financial reporting by providing detailed cost analysis and commentary

• Assist in developing budgets and forecasts related to production and inventory

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement

• Participate in annual physical inventory counts and cycle count programs

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 3 years of cost accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing or distribution environment

• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory valuation methods

• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (such as SAP, NetSuite, or Oracle)

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and operations teams

• CPA or CMA certification preferred

Schedule:
Hybrid work model (3 days onsite in Seattle, 2 days remote per week)

Benefits:
LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com!

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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