Job Title: Cost Accountant
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Controller
Work Location: New Brunswick, NJ
FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cost Accountant will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on cost-related data to support operational and financial decision-making. This position plays a key role in product costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and overall financial performance tracking, with a strong focus on supporting the manufacturing and distribution process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant cost accounting experience in a B2B environment, preferably within the distribution or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite); advanced Excel skills required.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in the chemical manufacturing industry.
• CPA or CMA designation (or working toward certification).
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 5% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Brunswick, NJ 0890

• Maintain and analyze standard costs of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis (purchase price, labor, overhead, and manufacturing variances).
• Prepare detailed inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS) reports and reconcile inventory accounts.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to understand cost drivers and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers on semi-annual pricing reviews to ensure accurate margin analysis and pricing strategies.
• Work with the Business Analytics team to evaluate sales performance trends and interpret data to support the annual forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of cost accounting systems and procedures.
• Support monthly close process, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations related to inventory and cost accounting.
• Prepare periodic inventory reserves reconciliation, analyzing inventory for risk, and monitoring with support from internal stakeholders.
• Participate in annual budgeting and standard cost setting processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and accounting principles related to cost accounting.
• Assist with audits (internal and external) by providing required documentation and analysis.
• Provide ad hoc financial and operational analysis to support business strategy.