Looking for the next step in your career? Hiring for a Sr. Cost Accountant that will eventually step in to the Finance Dept Lead! Competitive base + 15% Bonus + 401k + Benefits/PTO + Hybrid Schedule Must Have Qualifications: + 3+ years of accounting experience from the manufacturing industry + Strong MS Excel and ERP experience + Eagerness to learn and grow with an organization Job Description: + Partner with Business Units to develop and deliver management reports and ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic decision-making. + Monitor and analyze production costs, including direct materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead. + Prepare and review detailed cost reports, product costing, and variance analyses to ensure accuracy and transparency. + Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard cost systems. + Collaborate cross-functionally with production, procurement, and finance teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive process improvements. + Ensure adherence to internal policies and external accounting standards related to cost accounting practices. + Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives. + Conduct inventory valuation, reconciliation, and related reporting. + Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, focusing on cost accounting activities. + Maintain comprehensive documentation and records for all cost-related transactions and procedures. + Serve as the primary coordinator for periodic forecasting and the preparation of the annual financial plan. + Conduct needs assessments and document current and future state business processes to support continuous improvement. + Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/yr. I have the full benefits guide that we can share with possible candidatesBCBS Health Dental Medical Vision 401K Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Crete,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 4, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.