Cost Accountant/Analyst

Job Title: Cost Accountant
Location: Youngstown, OH | Hybrid
Job ID: 4510   Key Responsibilities
• Perform monthly close activities, including updates to BOMs, analysis of production costs, valuation of inventory, and entry of journal transactions.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports such as daily production metrics, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses.
• Support budgeting and forecasting by updating models, consolidating inputs, and analyzing variances.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and addressing information requests.
• Maintain and analyze profitability models to help identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Contribute to special projects and finance-related initiatives as assigned.   Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3–5 years of experience in cost accounting, financial reporting, or analysis—preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP platforms (e.g., SAGE, SAP); HFM experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and support cross-functional teams