Sr. Cost Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our client's team in Germantown, Tennessee. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and managing cost structures to support the company’s financial health and strategic goals. Your expertise will play a vital role in analyzing manufacturing costs, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring accurate cost standards across operations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze weekly cost reports to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.

• Maintain and monitor standard costs to ensure accuracy and consistency.

• Conduct semi-annual physical inventory counts for raw materials and finished goods.

• Perform cost allocations, job costing, and margin analysis to support financial decision-making.

• Manage the fixed asset ledger, including reconciliation with the general ledger and tracking capital expenditure projects.

• Calculate and post monthly depreciation and amortization entries.

• Lead annual fixed asset inventory reviews and quarterly impairment assessments.

• Analyze inventory valuation, overhead costs, and cost of goods sold to ensure accurate reporting.

• Collaborate with operations and procurement teams to implement cost control measures.

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

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

• At least three years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of cost systems and accounting principles.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Intermediate to Advanced), with Power Query or Power BI experience as a plus.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

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