Cost Accountant
We are looking for a Staff/ Cost Accountant to join our organization in the Albert Lea area. This position plays an important role in tracking production costs, supporting accurate financial reporting, and helping business leaders understand operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cost accounting, inventory analysis, and month-end close within a manufacturing environment. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a great team, grow in your career. Salary up to $95K plus amazing benefits! If you are interested, please reach out to Steve Cashman on LinkedIn or call Steve at 612.446.5690.
Responsibilities:
• Evaluate product cost structures by maintaining standard costs, reviewing inventory valuation, and investigating manufacturing variances.
• Prepare accounting entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts to support timely and accurate month-end and year-end financial close activities.
• Oversee inventory-related financial activity, assist with cycle counts and physical inventory events, and help strengthen inventory accuracy.
• Work closely with operations, production, and supply chain partners to assess plant performance and uncover opportunities to reduce cost and improve margins.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes through detailed cost reporting, variance analysis, and financial planning support.
• Provide documentation and analysis for internal and external audits while helping maintain compliance with accounting policies and control requirements.
• Perform ad hoc accounting tasks and financial analysis as needed to support business and departmental priorities.Staff
Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing setting.• Strong knowledge of standard costing, manufacturing cost analysis, and inventory accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports in support of close processes.
• Ability to analyze variances, interpret production cost trends, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for financial modeling, reporting, and data analysis.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Epicor is preferred.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, audit support, and accounting compliance standards.
Compensation
$80,000.00-$90,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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