Cost Accountant

We have partnered with an exciting manufacturing and production business that are fast growing, and looking for a Cost Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis. The role is based in Portsmouth (NH) and the role is a brilliant opportunity for ann experienced Cost Accountant to join an exciting and fast growing team!

Client Details

The business manufacture extremely durable components for both the defense industry and the oil and gas sector. The team are fantastic, and they are looking for a Cost Acc that can fit into the brilliant working culture they have! The role will report directly into the Controller and they successful candidate will be working alongside an additional Cost Acc and a General Accountant in the team.

Due to their involvement in the defense industry - the successful candidate MUST be a US citizen.

Description

The successful Cost Accountant will:

• Work alongside another Cost Acc to manage the day to day accounting demands of the projects.
• Analyze production costs and prepare detailed cost reports.
• Monitor and maintain standard cost systems and update as necessary.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes related to cost analysis.
• Perform variance analysis between actual and standard costs.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost data.
• Support internal and external audits with cost-related documentation.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly cost accounting reports for management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP standards.

Profile

The successful Cost Accountant will:

• Have approximately 5-7 years of experience as a Cost Accountant
• MUST have prior experience working within the manufacturing industry
• MUST be a US citizen
• Prior experience working in the defense manufacturing industry (desirable, not essential)
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team

Job Offer

• $90,000 - $110,000
• Additional benefits
• Bonus

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