Position Overview

The Senior Cost Accountant supports cost accounting, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting within a high‑volume manufacturing environment. This role leads month‑end and year‑end close activities, performs detailed account analysis, supports standard cost updates, and partners with operations to ensure accurate costing and adherence to corporate accounting policies. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead monthly and quarterly cost accounting activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.Prepare costing and financial analysis for new products; provide metrics used in product development decisions.Lead costing request initiatives, including audits of costs, bills of materials (BOMs), and routing structures.Support the annual review of inventory standard costs and assist in preparing annual labor and overhead rate updates.Analyze month‑end results and inventory‑related general ledger accounts; deliver clear, actionable insights to management.Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages.Monitor adherence to corporate accounting policies and processes; support operating locations in resolving accounting issues.Contribute to the development and maintenance of accounting policies related to inventory and standard costing.Collaborate cross‑functionally to complete accounting objectives and support broader company initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.Minimum of 3 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of inventory accounting, BOMs, and cost structures.Experience working with an ERP system.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 or Dynamics 365.Familiarity with standard costing, accruals, and general ledger processes.Experience using Power BI or similar reporting tools.Prior experience in high‑volume manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

The accounting team operates in a professional, collaborative

environment with high expectations for ownership, accuracy, and communication.

The pace is steady with peak periods during close, inventory cycles, and system

initiatives. Occasional extended hours may be required. The team values

maturity, accountability, and strong cross‑functional partnership. This role is fully on‑site

with situational flexibility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Trinity, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Generous Paid Time Off\nCompetitive Medical, Dental & other wellness programs\nDisability and Life Company Paid\nRetirement Plan Options\nGenerous Employee Purchase Discounts

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Trinity,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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 for other accommodation options.

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