Senior Accountant - Cost Accounting

Faith Technologies • Menasha, WI

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About The Position

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care. The Senior Accountant – Cost Accounting is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on cost-related financial data to support operational and strategic decision-making. This role plays a key part in inventory valuation, cost control, and financial reporting, while partnering cross-functionally to improve efficiencies and maintain accurate cost structures. Ideal experience for this roles includes a strong a strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory management, proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint and Acumatica), and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis). Additionally, strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance partners is a preferred. Experience with average and standard costing and variance analysis and experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of cost accounting or relevant experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing or product-based environment preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CMA certification, or progress toward certification, preferred.
• Strong a strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory management
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint and Acumatica)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance partners is a preferred.
• Experience with average and standard costing and variance analysis
• Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and maintains standard costs, including materials, labor, and overhead.
• Monitors and reports on cost variances, providing clear insights and recommendations to management.
• Oversees inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, and cycle count/physical inventory processes.
• Prepares and reviews journal entries related to cost accounting and inventory transactions.
• Leads month-end close activities for cost accounting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconciles inventory and cost-related general ledger accounts.
• Partners with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to understand cost drivers and support business decisions.
• Develops and maintains cost models to support pricing, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Assists in the preparation of budgets and forecasts related to cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP) and internal controls.
• Supports internal and external audits by providing documentation and analysis.
• Assists in ERP system enhancements and implementations related to cost accounting.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

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