Senior Cost Accountant

Responsibilities

• Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines
• Review and validate inventory transactions to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with internal controls.
• Analyze and reconcile inventory accounts, including raw materials, WIP and finished goods.
• Develop costing models to support new product introductions, process changes, and operational improvements.
• Manage all aspects of the Fixed Asset function, including tracking additions/disposals, preparing monthly depreciation entries, and overseeing the asset approval workflow.
• Prepare month-end account reconciliations and contribute to KPI development and reporting.
• Assist the Plant Controller in enhancing policies, procedures, and internal controls related to the procure-to-pay and inventory cycles.
• Provide cost analysis and insights that support production planning, margin optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the annual cost roll process and update standard costs on an as-needed basis.

Cost accounting, fixed asset

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• CPA or CMA highly desired.
• Strong understanding of GAAP with IFRS knowledge a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or related roles.
• Minimum 2+ years of working in a standard cost system.
• Independent, inquisitive and a self-starter.

Intermediate Level

Permanent position based out of Maryland Heights, MO.

Pay range: $85,000.00 - $85,000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Fully onsite position in Maryland Heights, MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2026.

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 Clearly Rated 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.

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