Senior Cost Accountant

Robert Half
Paramus, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant who is a proactive, organized professional for a growing manufacturing firm located in Bergen County, NJ. In this role, the Senior Cost Accountant will oversee inventory and cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate inventory valuation and standard costing while supporting cycle counts and scrap analysis. You will play a pivotal role in month-end and year-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and financial reports, while collaborating with internal teams to maintain data accuracy across inventory, receivables, and payables.

Key responsibilities include developing and updating cost standards, conducting variance analysis, and contributing to budgeting efforts—all aimed at enhancing financial planning and driving operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

The ideal Senior Cost Accountant must be a hands-on problem solver with strong organizational skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Flexibility and solid communication abilities are essential, as this role requires effective collaboration across manufacturing, engineering, and finance teams to enable accurate reporting and informed decision-making.

If you're ready to make an impact and thrive in a dynamic environment, join us as a critical member of our team.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong expertise in manufacturing cost accounting and standard costing practices.
• Proficiency in cost analysis and variance reporting.
• Solid understanding of inventory management and related accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication abilities to collaborate across teams.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software and tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Posted 2025-07-26

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