Job Information
Aston Carter Sr. Cost Accountant in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Job Title: Cost AccountantJob Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team. You will be responsible for inventory accounting, developing standard costs, analyzing production variances, and leading the annual physical inventory process. You will also support the budget process, manage fixed assets, and perform transaction analysis within our ERP system to ensure accurate financial performance reporting.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain inventory accounting processes including standard cost development, inventory valuation, cycle counting, and reconciling discrepancies.
Lead the annual physical inventory process and analyze inventory reserves such as obsolete, slow-moving, and PPV.
Support the budget process by developing standard overhead rates, capital expenditures, and assisting operational functions with annual spending budgets.
Manage fixed assets and capital expenditure reporting.
Analyze transactions within the ERP system to determine their impact on the company’s financial performance.
Assess Work In Progress to ensure proper allocation of labor and materials and proactive analysis of variance categories such as material usage, purchase price, and freight.
Execute month-end system closing transactions and reconcile General Ledger accounts.
Prepare and present financial reports, cost analysis reports, and other management reports to support decision-making.
Help maintain data integrity within the ERP system, ensuring consistency and providing support to all departments when changes are requested for new or updated information.
Essential Skills
3+ years’ experience in cost accounting.
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
Experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of GAAP.
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel (including pivot tables and vlookups).
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, EPICOR, or ORACLE.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with various departments such as Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations.
Work Environment
This position is based in a smaller office that is part of a large, publicly traded company. While we require five days onsite, we offer flexibility for life’s unexpected events. Our team includes an Accounting Manager, VP of Finance, and you'll frequently collaborate with Engineering and Purchasing departments. We currently use Epicor, with a planned transition to SAP in 2026. You will be involved in this company-wide initiative. Expect to use Excel extensively for budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $50.48/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 22, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.