Senior Cost Accountant

Description:

Venteon is hiring a Senior Cost Accountant / Plant Accountant to join an industry leader and employer of choice!

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly analytical accounting professional to play a key role in supporting plant operations and driving overall financial performance. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting while partnering closely with leadership to influence business decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide financial support to the Plant Controller, General Manager, CFO, and plant teams

• Serve as the go-to expert on cost accounting and inventory transactions

• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts related to cost of goods sold and inventory

• Analyze cost structures, profitability, and financial performance

• Manage and maintain standard costs within the ERP system

• Perform month-end close activities, including variance analysis for COGS and inventory

• Prepare financial statements, reports, and audit schedules

• Support internal and external audits and corporate reporting requirements

• Collaborate cross-functionally, including engineering, operations, and shipping

• Drive process improvements and support special projects as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 3+ years of accounting experience, including plant or cost accounting

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

• Experience analyzing complex data and driving actionable insights

• Strong relationship-building skills across multiple functions