Sr. Cost Accountant at Aston Carter

Vandalia, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

45.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost Accounting, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills, Technical Skills, Product Costing, Inventory Management, Variance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Excel, Great Plains, Capital Budgeting, Process Improvement, SOX Compliance, Inventory Reporting, Journal Entry

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Cost Accountant Job Description We are seeking a Cost Accountant with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and technical skills. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in cost accounting, a good working knowledge of product costing, inventory management, variance analysis, and financial modeling. The role requires someone who can thrive in a complex, fast-paced environment and who demonstrates integrity and respect for others. Responsibilities Responsible for product costing for all new and existing products. Analyze cost variances, determine root causes, and prepare recommendations for improvement. Analyze product and gross margin monthly actual results. Establish material, labor, and overhead cost for quarterly bills of material analysis. Assist in completing the annual gross margin budget. Analyze inventory trends and develop reports to communicate significant changes. Provide financial support to ensure accurate inventory records. Assist with the annual physical inventory and cycle count programs. Responsible for capital budgeting and actuals reporting to operations. Provide support on month-end closing and projects as assigned. Reconcile inventory general ledger account balances accurately and timely. Prepare monthly analyses and reports for Operations management. Identify areas for process improvement, make recommendations, and implement improvements. Comply with company policies, standard operating procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 internal controls. Collaborate with internal and external audit teams. Ensure compliance with SOX. Perform job duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). During the initial months, focus on invoice coding through Avid, inputting proper accounting codes, month-end journal entries, inputting into Great Planes, month-end reporting linked to both sequel and Great Planes, comparison reports, and reason code reports. Assist with monthly supplies inventory, including cycle counting and inventory reporting. Work closely with local operations and the accounting team in Tampa. Essential Skills Bachelor’s degree in accounting. Approximately four years of cost accounting experience. Experience using accounting software. Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Table functions. Additional Skills & Qualifications Master’s Degree in Business Administration is highly valued. Active CPA is a plus. Experience with Great Plains software. Skills in cost analysis, inventory reporting, and journal entry. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Vandalia, Ohio. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Vandalia,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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 for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Cost Accountant will be responsible for product costing for all new and existing products, analyzing cost variances, and preparing recommendations for improvement. Additionally, the role involves providing financial support to ensure accurate inventory records and assisting with month-end closing activities.