Cost Accountant

Hohmann & Barnard Inc

Travel required (potentially 25% based on business need)
5+ years accounting experience
3+ years cost accounting experience
Standard and average cost maintenance
Hohmann & Barnard Inc is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage cost accounting responsibilities, including variance analysis, inventory processes, and financial reporting. The role requires a strong background in accounting, particularly cost accounting, along with experience in manufacturing and ERP systems

Job Summary

  • The Cost Accountant is responsible for delivering accurate standard and average cost analysis to support operational and financial decision-making.
  • This role requires maintaining bills of material and routings with at least 98% accuracy while managing monthly close activities and journal entries.
  • Candidates will partner with plant and warehouse teams to improve transaction discipline and achieve inventory accuracy targets of 99% or higher.

Matching Summary

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Hohmann & Barnard Inc is seeking a Cost Accountant to manage cost accounting responsibilities, including variance analysis, inventory processes, and financial reporting. The role requires a strong background in accounting, particularly cost accounting, along with experience in manufacturing and ERP systems.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years accounting experience
  • 3+ years cost accounting experience
  • Standard and average cost maintenance
  • Monthly manufacturing variance analysis
  • Physical inventory scheduling and auditing
  • General ledger reconciliation
  • ERP system proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Manufacturing industry experience preferred
  • High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work with plant personnel
  • Detail-oriented multi-tasking capability
  • Root-cause analysis documentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 5+ years accounting experience required
  • 3+ years cost accounting experience required
  • ERP experience required
  • Travel up to 25% as needed

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