Cost Accountant
Beacon Hill, Laurel, MD, United States
Overview
The Cost Accountant plays a key role in supporting manufacturing and operations teams by managing product cost data, analyzing operational performance, and ensuring accurate financial reporting tied to production activity. This role partners closely with production, procurement, and finance to maintain cost integrity, improve margin visibility, and support data‑driven operational decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update product cost structures, including materials, labor, and overhead components, to ensure accurate and timely cost data
Manage and review Bills of Materials (BOMs), validating inputs against current production processes and material usage
Support regular cost and margin reporting, providing insights into product performance, cost drivers, and operational efficiency
Partner with procurement and materials teams to review, confirm, and update material pricing and usage assumptions
Collaborate with production teams to understand labor inputs and incorporate accurate labor costs into product cost models
Assist in compiling production‑related financial reports, including routine profit and loss (P&L) summaries for operational leadership
Analyze variances in costs, yields, and margins, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Contribute to the development and refinement of costing and reporting processes, including support for upcoming ERP implementation activities
Ensure cost and operational data is accurate, well‑documented, and aligned across systems and reports
Required Skills & Experience
Strong foundation in product costing and operational finance within a production or manufacturing environment
Hands‑on experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost structures
Proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite for data analysis and reporting
Familiarity with production or manufacturing ERP systems; experience with Produce Pro, SBT, or similar systems is preferred
Exposure to labor management or production analytics tools (e.g., Redzone or comparable platforms)
Ability to work collaboratively with production, operations, procurement, and finance teams
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with close attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Experience supporting cost, margin, or operational reporting in a production‑focused environment
Demonstrated ability to manage detailed data while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Process‑oriented mindset with an interest in continuous improvement
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
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The Cost Accountant plays a key role in supporting manufacturing and operations teams by managing product cost data, analyzing operational performance, and ensuring accurate financial reporting tied to production activity. This role partners closely with production, procurement, and finance to maintain cost integrity, improve margin visibility, and support data‑driven operational decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update product cost structures, including materials, labor, and overhead components, to ensure accurate and timely cost data
Manage and review Bills of Materials (BOMs), validating inputs against current production processes and material usage
Support regular cost and margin reporting, providing insights into product performance, cost drivers, and operational efficiency
Partner with procurement and materials teams to review, confirm, and update material pricing and usage assumptions
Collaborate with production teams to understand labor inputs and incorporate accurate labor costs into product cost models
Assist in compiling production‑related financial reports, including routine profit and loss (P&L) summaries for operational leadership
Analyze variances in costs, yields, and margins, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Contribute to the development and refinement of costing and reporting processes, including support for upcoming ERP implementation activities
Ensure cost and operational data is accurate, well‑documented, and aligned across systems and reports
Required Skills & Experience
Strong foundation in product costing and operational finance within a production or manufacturing environment
Hands‑on experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and cost structures
Proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite for data analysis and reporting
Familiarity with production or manufacturing ERP systems; experience with Produce Pro, SBT, or similar systems is preferred
Exposure to labor management or production analytics tools (e.g., Redzone or comparable platforms)
Ability to work collaboratively with production, operations, procurement, and finance teams
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with close attention to detail
Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Experience supporting cost, margin, or operational reporting in a production‑focused environment
Demonstrated ability to manage detailed data while maintaining accuracy and consistency
Process‑oriented mindset with an interest in continuous improvement
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.
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