Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Cost Accountant – Manufacturing

Location : Lawton, OK (73505) | 100% On-Site

Schedule : Monday – Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m.

Pay : $70,000 – $80,000 annually (based on experience)

Type : Temp-to-Hire

Overview :

A leading manufacturer in the Lawton area is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent temp-to-hire opportunity for a driven accounting professional who enjoys working hands-on in a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Analyze manufacturing costs, monitor inventory transactions, and maintain accurate cost records.
• Prepare and review cost reports and monthly variance analyses.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with cost and production data.
• Conduct periodic audits of inventory and production cost data for accuracy.
• Work closely with production and operations teams to ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Reconcile inventory accounts and review work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods valuation.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities related to cost accounting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance cost efficiency and reporting accuracy.
• Support management with financial insights and ad hoc cost analyses.

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