What are the responsibilities and job description for the Join Our Finance Team as a Cost Accountant position at Worldwide Foam?
Location: Elkhart, IN
Job Type: Full-Time | Salary (Exempt)
Reports To: Controller
Are you passionate about numbers, manufacturing operations, and making an impact? Worldwide Foam is seeking a Cost Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings expertise in cost accounting principles. If you're looking to contribute to a dynamic, inclusive team and take your finance career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
As a Cost Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing and analyzing the company's product and process costs (COGS). You'll support strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial insights and working closely with the operations team. Responsibilities include:
We're looking for someone with strong analytical acumen, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit. You should have:
At Worldwide Foam, you'll be part of a company that values continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and employee development. As a Cost Accountant, you won't just maintain numbers-you'll help shape the financial insights that drive operational decisions. We foster a culture where initiative is encouraged, training is prioritized, and your contributions have real impact. If you're looking for a role where your analytical skills and attention to detail can influence company-wide performance, this is the place to grow.
Applicants are advised that a comprehensive background check and drug screening will be conducted as a condition of employment. Submission of an application implies consent to these screenings, and employment is contingent upon successful completion of the checks in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Job Type: Full-Time | Salary (Exempt)
Reports To: Controller
Are you passionate about numbers, manufacturing operations, and making an impact? Worldwide Foam is seeking a Cost Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings expertise in cost accounting principles. If you're looking to contribute to a dynamic, inclusive team and take your finance career to the next level, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
As a Cost Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing and analyzing the company's product and process costs (COGS). You'll support strategic decision-making by delivering accurate financial insights and working closely with the operations team. Responsibilities include:
- Analyze operational costs and provide key insights
- Maintain and update standard costs for inventory and assembled goods
- Report COGS results with expected vs. actuals to operations
- Manage variance accounts and ensure internal controls compliance
- Create and validate BOMs and new item entries
- Perform ad-hoc analysis and cross-functional projects
- Support finance and accounting team members when needed
We're looking for someone with strong analytical acumen, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit. You should have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3 years of cost accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing
- Solid grasp of GAAP and cost accounting principles
- Proficiency with ERP/costing systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or Dynamics)
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure setting
At Worldwide Foam, you'll be part of a company that values continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and employee development. As a Cost Accountant, you won't just maintain numbers-you'll help shape the financial insights that drive operational decisions. We foster a culture where initiative is encouraged, training is prioritized, and your contributions have real impact. If you're looking for a role where your analytical skills and attention to detail can influence company-wide performance, this is the place to grow.
Applicants are advised that a comprehensive background check and drug screening will be conducted as a condition of employment. Submission of an application implies consent to these screenings, and employment is contingent upon successful completion of the checks in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.