Cost Accountant Job at Creative Financial Staffing, Akron, OH

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  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Akron, OH

Job Description

Cost Accountant

About the Cost Accountant role:

  • Fast-paced, energetic atmosphere with opportunities to learn and grow quickly

  • Collaborative team culture where ideas are welcomed and innovation is encouraged

  • Supportive leadership that values initiative, accountability, and performance

  • High-performance environment with clear goals and regular feedback

  • Open communication and a strong sense of teamwork across departments

  • Opportunities to take ownership of projects and make a real impact

  • Emphasis on personal development and continuous learning

  • Recognition and rewards for going above and beyond

  • Inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and individuality

Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant Role

  • Analyze manufacturing and operational costs to determine product pricing and profitability.

  • Develop and maintain cost accounting systems, procedures, and controls.

  • Prepare cost reports, variance analysis, and margin analysis to support management decisions.

  • Monitor inventory costs and perform periodic inventory audits and reconciliations.

  • Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial planning.

  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies related to cost accounting.

  • Work closely with operations, procurement, and production teams to understand cost drivers.

  • Analyze standard costs and recommend updates based on current conditions.

  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries related to cost accounting.

  • Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

Preferred Qualifications of the Cost Accountant Role

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • 3+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial analysis, and inventory valuation.

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.

  • Experience with ERP systems and cost modeling tools.

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing or other cost-efficiency methodologies.

  • Ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

The Cost Accountant role is fully onsite in Akron, OH with a salary range of $100,000 to $110,000 depending on experience. Creative Financial Staffing

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