Senior Cost Accountant- Manufacturing

MMC Group • Richardson, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a highly respected organization within the manufacturing and distribution sector, known for delivering innovative, high-quality products and exceptional service to its partners. This organization has earned multiple industry accolades, including recognition from the Promotional Products Association International for excellence and innovation. This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where your expertise in cost accounting will directly influence operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and strategic decision-making. The Senior Cost Accountant plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations through accurate cost analysis, financial reporting, and cross-functional collaboration. This position is structured as: 75% Cost Accounting Focus 25% General Accounting and Close Activities The ideal candidate brings hands-on manufacturing cost accounting experience, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for operations and leadership teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 3 to 7 years of progressive accounting experience
• 3 to 5 years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment required
• Strong understanding of inventory flow, Bills of Materials, and manufacturing cost structures
• Experience working with ERP systems required, Business Central and PrintVis preferred
• Standard costing and variance analysis
• Inventory valuation and work-in-process reconciliation
• Cost allocation and overhead analysis
• Manufacturing-focused budgeting and forecasting
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly
• Effective communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Experience within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Background supporting cost reduction or process improvement initiatives
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or operational efficiency programs
• Advanced ERP reporting and data analytics experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly manufacturing cost and margin reports, including revenue, cost of sales, productivity, and profitability metrics
• Perform variance analysis, including actual versus FIFO cost, identify root causes, and communicate findings to leadership
• Maintain and update Bills of Materials, including labor, overhead, and burden rates
• Develop and analyze overhead absorption rates and cost allocation methodologies
• Reconcile work-in-process and inventory accounts between perpetual systems and the general ledger
• Lead and support cycle count programs, including variance investigation and resolution
• Compile cost and manufacturing expense data to support budgeting and forecasting
• Support cost modeling, pricing analysis, and cost reduction initiatives
• Build a deep understanding of manufacturing processes to ensure accurate cost application
• Prepare monthly financial reports focused on revenue, cost of sales, margin analysis, and factory productivity
• Record and post month-end journal entries related to inventory, accruals, and manufacturing costs
• Perform general ledger reconciliations and related financial analysis
• Support month-end and year-end close processes with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with financial statement preparation in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures

Benefits

• MMC offers health insurance plans for our active candidates on assignment, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Join MMC and enjoy the support of a team that values your well-being, both on and off the job!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees