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Cost Accountant -1398
Cost Accountant -1398SP Associates • Moncks Corner, SC, US
Cost Accountant -1398

Cost Accountant -1398

SP Associates • Moncks Corner, SC, US
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Job Description :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical  Cost Accountant  to join our finance team at our textile manufacturing facilities in  Kingstree or Moncks Corner, South Carolina . This role is critical to monitoring and analyzing manufacturing costs, ensuring accurate inventory valuation, and supporting data-driven decision-making within a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on  innovative composites and technical fabrics .

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing cost analysis, strong ERP skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Analysis

  • Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead.
  • Review and reconcile inventory, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods valuations.
  • Analyze manufacturing variances and provide insights into material usage, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption.
  • Monitor production order costs and BOM accuracy, identifying cost drivers and recommending corrective actions.

Reporting & Budgeting

  • Prepare detailed cost reports, margin analyses, and profitability tracking for products and production lines.
  • Support the annual budgeting process with standard cost updates and forecasts.
  • Collaborate with operations, engineering, and procurement teams to understand cost impacts of process or material changes.

    • Inventory Control

  • Conduct cycle counts, physical inventory reviews, and inventory reconciliations.
  • Assist with inventory audits and ensure alignment with general ledger and ERP systems.
  • Monitor inventory transactions and ensure proper cost allocation.

    • Systems & Compliance

  • Maintain cost accounting module within ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor).
  • Support internal controls and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and audits.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to improve cost tracking processes and data accuracy.

    • Qualifications

    Required :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.

    • Preferred :

  • Experience in the  textile industry , especially with composite or technical materials.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or similar.
  • CPA, CMA, or working toward certification.

    • Working Conditions

  • Some travel between sites may be required.
  • Frequent collaboration with production, procurement, and finance teams.
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