Senior Cost Accountant

Job Title: Sr Cost Accountant

Job Description

As a Sr Cost Accountant, you will play a critical role in maintaining accurate costing systems, analyzing profitability, and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards. You will collaborate with various departments to optimize processes and drive financial objectives, all while leading a team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate standard and activity-based costing systems.

• Conduct cost analysis to determine profitability by product line, customer, or division.

• Monitor and report on cost variances and their underlying drivers such as material, labor, and overhead.

• Ensure accurate valuation of inventory, including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, following IFRS and public company reporting requirements.

• Collaborate with operations to establish inventory levels, reduce waste, and streamline production processes.

• Oversee cycle counts and physical inventory processes to maintain accurate records.

• Prepare detailed cost analysis reports for management and external stakeholders.

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations.

• Collaborate with auditors during internal and external audits, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance reviews.

• Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts related to production costs and overhead.

• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to achieve financial objectives.

• Identify and implement improvements to cost accounting processes and reporting.

• Drive cost-saving initiatives across production, supply chain, and procurement teams.

• Leverage ERP systems and automation tools to enhance data accuracy and efficiency.

• Lead and mentor a team of cost accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and professional development.

• Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability within the finance and operations teams.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion).

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX compliance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.

• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA strongly preferred).

• 8+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Experience with public company reporting and compliance (SEC and SOX).

• Experience with integrated ERP system implementations.

• Knowledge of IFRS in addition to GAAP.

• Experience working in a multinational company with cross-border operations.

Work Environment

The position reports to the Plant Controller and requires working at the plant five days per week. The organization offers a high visibility role with significant business impact, ownership of cost accounting, and opportunities for leadership and team development. It is a large, established organization with a people-focused culture and a strong emphasis on career development and advancement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Medley, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Medley, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Medley,FL.

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® Platinum Award 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.