Cost Accountant jobs in Wisconsin

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Cost Accountant
  • Jobot
  • Monroe, WI FULL_TIME
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    Job details

    Join our industry-leading team and enjoy great compensation, benefits and workplace culture!

    This Jobot Job is hosted by Brendan Thomas

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    Salary $80,000 - $100,000 per year

    A Bit About Us

    We are a premier manufacturing company that takes pride in our people.



    Why join us?


    Key Perks Include

    • Targeting $80,000 - $100,000 base
    • Fortune 500-level health/dental/vision insurance
    • 401(k) match
    • Generous PTO paid holidays
    • Health & Wellbeing Benefits
    • FSA
    • Life & Disability insurance
    • Commitment to safety in the workplace
    • Warm & Welcoming Culture
    • Work/Life Balance

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    Job Details

    Job Details

    We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Permanent Cost Accountant to join our team in the Manufacturing industry. This role is integral to our financial operations and requires a professional with a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of cost accounting principles, and a passion for financial analysis.

    Responsibilities

    As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for the following

    • Conducting job cost analysis and maintaining standard labor and overhead rates, ensuring accurate and timely cost information.
    • Performing cycle counts and physical inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and identifying discrepancies.
    • Preparing detailed account reconciliations and analyzing variances, providing insight into financial performance and trends.
    • Assisting with month-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries and reconciling general ledger accounts.
    • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide cost information and financial insights, supporting business decisions and strategy development.
    • Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes in financial regulations.
    • Participating in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness in cost accounting processes.

    Qualifications

    To be successful in this role, you will need the following qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
    • MBA, CPA or CMA is preferred but not required.
    • A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in job cost analysis.
    • A minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting in the Manufacturing industry.
    • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices.
    • Proficiency in general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process.
    • Exceptional analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills.
    • Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and demonstrating proactive problem-solving skills.
    • High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

    Join our team and contribute to our company's growth while advancing your career in a challenging and rewarding environment. We look forward to welcoming our new Cost Accountant!

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Cost Accountant
  • Crystal Finishing Systems, Inc.
  • Schofield, WI FULL_TIME
  • General Summary:Performs cost accounting functions which require thorough knowledge of cost accounting methods, principles and practices. Provides Crystal Finishing with accurate and timely cost infor...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Cost Accountant
  • Jobot
  • Sheboygan, WI FULL_TIME
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Cost Accountant
  • Arcosa Brand
  • Hager, WI FULL_TIME
  • Meyer Utility Structures is currently looking to hire a Cost Accountant for our plant operation located in Hager City, WI. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Cost Accountant will support the facility...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Cost Accountant
  • Meyer Utility Structures, LLC
  • Hager, WI FULL_TIME
  • Meyer Utility Structures is currently looking to hire a Cost Accountant for our plant operation located in Hager City, WI. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Cost Accountant will support the facility...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Cost Accountant
  • Robert Half
  • Manitowoc, WI PER_DIEM
  • Robert Half is currently working with a dynamic client seeking a cost accountant. The Cost Accountant is a critical role responsible for the ongoing analysis of product cost, development of new produc...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Cost Accountant
  • Cummins Inc.
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • We are looking for a Cost Accountant who will provide support and training on maintaining standard costs and its ongoing...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accounting Specialist
  • Manpower
  • Austin, MN
  • Can you work independently and deliver on deadlines? Do you have a strong understanding of Accounting Principles with ex...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant
  • Staff Management | SMX
  • West Memphis, AR
  • Looking to make a real impact in a growing company? We're seeking a talented Cost Accountant to join our dynamic team! T...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant
  • Saputo, Inc.
  • Franklin, WI
  • At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. S...
  • 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant
  • Experis
  • Greendale, IN
  • Position: Cost Accountant Location: Greendale IN 47025 United States Duration: 6+ months Description/Comment: The Cost A...
  • 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant
  • PeopleShare
  • Aston, PA
  • Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have exciting news for you! Our esteemed client in Aston is hiri...
  • 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant
  • Top Quality Recruitment (TQR)
  • Ronkonkoma, NY
  • Employment Type: Full-time Available Positions: 1 Location: On-Site Application Deadline: June 3rd, 2024 Summary The Cos...
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cost Accountant / Senior Cost Accountant
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  • Boise, ID
  • The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho....
  • 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

Wisconsin is bordered by the Montreal River; Lake Superior and Michigan to the north; by Lake Michigan to the east; by Illinois to the south; and by Iowa to the southwest and Minnesota to the northwest. A border dispute with Michigan was settled by two cases, both Wisconsin v. Michigan, in 1934 and 1935. The state's boundaries include the Mississippi River and St. Croix River in the west, and the Menominee River in the northeast. With its location between the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River, Wisconsin is home to a wide variety of geographical features. The state is divided into five dist...
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Income Estimation for Cost Accountant jobs
$61,962 to $77,646

Cost Accountant in West Caldwell, NJ
Collect data and prepare reports for material purchases, labor costs, equipment depreciation and repair, assembly, and operating expenses.
July 28, 2022
Cost Accountant in Waukesha, WI
Collaborate with Operations in developing, monitoring and making recommendations regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities and profitability improvement strategies.
April 29, 2023
Cost Accountant in Sparta, WI
Maintains standard costs and reviews standard and actual costs for inaccuracies including variance analysis, treating these in accordance with GAAP.
April 01, 2023