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Cost Accountant

Cincinnati, OH 45217

Posted: 06/05/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Accounting Job Number: 14941 Pay Rate: 90,000

Job Description

Cost Accountant

Are you ready to take ownership of a cost accounting program and make an immediate impact? trak group is working with a well-established organization backed by a publicly traded company to find a proactive, detail-oriented Cost Accountant. If you’re someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys building processes from the ground up, this role offers the autonomy, support, and long-term stability you're looking for.

Why You’ll Love This Role:
  • Help build and shape a cost accounting function from the ground up
  • Join a financially strong company with over 150 years of combined business success
  • Work with a dedicated team in a collaborative and process-focused environment
  • Enjoy the flexibility of one work-from-home day each week
What You’ll Do:
  • Develop and maintain cost accounting procedures, reports, and systems
  • Lead cycle count and year-end physical inventory processes
  • Analyze inventory trends, variances, and root causes
  • Perform standard cost rolls, BOM and routing reviews, and E&O reserve calculations
  • Review and reconcile inventory and general ledger accounts
  • Prepare journal entries and monthly close activities
  • Assist with labor and overhead absorption analysis and monthly reporting
  • Provide data and documentation for internal and external audits
  • Drive process improvements and ensure SOX compliance
What You Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, including 3+ years in cost accounting
  • Strong Excel skills (high intermediate to advanced)
  • Experience developing cost standards and inventory reporting
  • Ability to work independently and cross-functionally
  • Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and solving discrepancies
Schedule & Location:
This is a full-time position based in Cincinnati, OH, with 4 days onsite and 1 remote day per week.
If you're ready to build something impactful in a stable and growth-oriented setting, apply today to learn more—trak group will support you every step of the way.
 
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