Cost Accountant

Thunderbird. • St Louis, MO

3d

About The Position

The Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate cost accounting records, analyzing variances, and providing actionable insights to support operational and financial decision-making. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and management teams to ensure cost integrity, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement in cost control processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be eligible to work for any company in the United States and be a "US Person" as defined by ITAR.
• Candidates will be required to pass drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly SOP, production, variance, and ad hoc reports for management review.
• Review and analyze planned versus actual costs, identify variances, and prepare detailed reports.
• Maintain labor and overhead rates to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Analyze and investigate manufacturing variances, scrap, and rework costs through direct engagement with production teams.
• Produce internal metrics to enhance understanding and establish action items for cost control.
• Ensure accurate cost accounting across all locations.
• Analyze daily cost and shop order variances; reconcile inventory and review obsolete inventory monthly.
• Manage inventory for two locations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Facilitate annual physical inventories and monthly cycle counts for both plant locations.
• Monitor inventory movements to maintain accuracy and identify process issues.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and management to assess the impact of BOM (Bill of Materials) changes on cost centers.
• Assist plant personnel in researching inventory and financial discrepancies, resolving issues, and implementing preventive controls.
• Support month-end and year-end closing by analyzing inventory and preparing supplemental reports.
• Conduct product line profitability and cost analysis for management review.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching program.
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level