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Senior Cost Accountant

Bolton GroupCary, ILApril 12th, 2026
Senior Cost AccountantOverviewThe Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for managing manufacturing cost analysis, inventory valuation, and standard costing across multiple sites. This role supports month-end close, financial reporting, and cross-functional decision-making while helping improve cost accounting processes and systems.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and inventory reportingPerform detailed variance analysis (materials, labor, and overhead) and support management reportingMaintain and update standard costs, including cost rolls and BOM-related changesPartner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to ensure accurate costing and inventory accuracySupport physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and audit requestsAssist with acquisition integrations and ERP-related costing activitiesIdentify and drive process improvements in cost accounting and inventory managementQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field4+ years of accounting experience, including 2+ years in cost accountingManufacturing experience requiredStrong analytical skills and attention to detailExperience working with cross-functional operational teamsCompensation$90,000 – $110,000 annually