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Cost Accountant

Aston Carter • Saint Louis, MO • 1d ago

Cost Accountant!!

Responsibilities:

Analyze manufacturing costs (direct materials, direct labor, and overhead) and prepare detailed reports

Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports to assess profitability

Conduct variance analysis to compare actual costs with standard or budgeted costs

Accurately allocate production costs across various products and cost centers

Provide cost information to assist in product pricing decisions, including direct and indirect costs

Manage the accounting of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory

Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reconciliation in line with cost standards

Assist in developing the annual budget for manufacturing costs, using historical data for accurate estimates

Forecast future production costs based on market trends, labor rates, and material price fluctuations

Identify inefficiencies in production and recommend cost-saving measures

Top Skills Details

Cost accounting

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

3-5 years of experience with cost accounting and financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing setting

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements

Relevant experience with inventory management

Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Family owned (2nd generation) company with a lot of tenure! This company offers competitive pay along with 3 weeks PTO, 56 hours sick time, health benefits kick in after 60 days with three health plans to choose from. 3% match on 401k (contributing 6%), annual raises (profitability pending)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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