Cost Accountant

Description We are looking for a Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This role focuses on delivering accurate cost data, supporting inventory and production reporting, and helping leadership make informed financial decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical ability with practical experience in manufacturing finance and works effectively with both accounting and operations teams.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain and update standard costing for materials, labor, and factory overhead to reflect current production conditions.
• Review manufacturing cost performance and explain differences between expected and actual results across key expense categories.
• Prepare recurring analysis related to inventory valuation and cost of goods sold to support monthly financial reporting.
• Work closely with production and operational leaders to identify major cost drivers and improve visibility into plant performance.
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