Cost Accountant Job at Walrath Recruiting, Inc., Albany, NY

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  • Walrath Recruiting, Inc.
  • Albany, NY

Job Description

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000
Job Title: Cost Accountant
Job #: 5317
Location: Albany, NY
Category:  Accounting/Manufacturing
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Description:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant with 2-3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will analyze and control costs, optimize financial processes, and ensure accurate cost accounting records. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and analyze cost accounting systems to track manufacturing costs, including material, labor, and overhead expenses.
  • Prepare and analyze cost reports, profitability analysis, and variance reports.
  • Assist in the development of standard costs and ensure accurate inventory valuation.
  • Conduct periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
  • Monitor production costs, identify inefficiencies, and recommend cost-saving strategies.
  • Collaborate with production, procurement, and finance teams to ensure accurate costing and budgeting.
  • Support the month-end and year-end closing process, including journal entries and reconciliations.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial modeling.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Hours & Benefits:

  • M -F 8-5
  • In-Person
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401k

For more details on this role please contact jobs@walrathrecruiting.comor call 518-275-4816. Please reference the specific job number you are inquiring about.

The specific salary/pay rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, and work location.

This is an immediate opportunity. The interview process will be comprised of a combination of virtual and in-person. If you are qualified for this position, please apply using our secure online form.

 

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Immediate start, Remote job,

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