Senior Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant Addison, TX – Onsite Vaco is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join the team with one of our PE-backed large-scale manufacturing, signage and printing clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing costs associated with production, tracking expenditures, and providing financial insights to help improve profitability and efficiency – the first 6 months will be focused on costing with margin analysis and modeling further down the line. Our client envisions this person eventually moving into a Plant Controller position with full P&L and Balance Sheet responsibilities further the line. Key Responsibilities : Analyze production costs and determine cost-effectiveness of operations. Identify areas for cost reduction and improvement. Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts. Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis. Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile physical counts with financial records. Monitor inventory valuation methods. Prepare detailed cost reports for management, highlighting trends and variances. Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Ensure adherence to financial regulations and standards. Maintain accurate cost accounting records and documentation. Work closely with production, procurement, and finance teams to gather relevant data and insights. Provide financial support for decision-making. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in cost accounting practices. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Proven experience as a Cost Accountant or in a similar role. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and methodologies. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career