Results-driven Cost Accountant with experience in CPG manufacturing, specializing in analyzing production costs, optimizing inventory valuation, and supporting data-driven decision-making. Skilled in standard costing, variance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and supply chain teams to improve efficiency and profitability. Adept at managing cost controls, budgeting, and financial reporting in fast-paced environments, with a strong focus on identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing overall financial performance.Candidates must reside in the Auburndale, FL area to be considered for this role.Key Skills RequiredStrong analytical mindset, decision-making and problem-solving skillsAbility to influence – communicate clearly and concisely to gain alignment and drive action across varying audiencesStrong Excel and PowerPoint skillsTime management and project management skills a must!Attention to details and dedication to getting things rightMaintain high level of organization, time management and project management skills, commitment to follow through, enthusiasm, and motivationPrimary Responsibilities and Essential FunctionsSupports the inventory management and close processEnsures inventory counts are logged, approved and posted appropriatelyReconciles inventory variances and manages write offs and reservesRuns inventory valuation reports to ensure the GL ties to the inventory ledger and reconciles variancesManages and posts cost allocationsStandard Costing Development and ManagementCollaborates with the Operations team to lead the Standard Costing ProcessGathers Standard Costing data to manage the systematic flow of standards and ensures costs and variances are flowing to correct accountsCompletes the annual Standard Cost Roll in a timely manner and ensures appropriate standards are applied to each itemSupports the Operations team with new items and ensure costing is set up appropriatelyMonitors BOM changes and validates costsCollaborates with the Operations Finance Manager with shared responsibilities to support the Company's cost and operations finance initiativesSupports with monthly close variance analysis (labor, overhead, material)Ensures that recurring errors or issues are addressed and correctedSupports the broader accounting teamAudit support and complianceCost of goods sold accounting supportEducation/ExperienceRequired:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or FinanceMinimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting roles or relatedExperience with standard costingExperience with ERP systems and accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP)Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modelingPreferred:Master's in accounting or financeCPA License or equivalent certificationsKnowledge within the CPG industryCharacteristics Needed to be SuccessfulWe are looking for someone with a passion for service. You don't have to be the loudest voice in the room, but you do have to love coming to work every day and you must have an authentic pride in your work.You must be a resourceful self-starter. If you wait to be told to do something before you do it, this isn't the place for you.We need someone who is adaptable. The pace of change in our business is rapid. We create plans, but we're always ready to shift as needed to accomplish our goals.You must be able to establish and retain trust across the organization. It's a small company – there will be several critical relationships that can mean the difference between success and failure.good2grow® offers a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Short and Long Term Disability (along with salary continuation), a robust Parental Leave Policy, Life Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, plus a generous Paid Time Off package. Through our community involvement and employee engagement initiatives, you will see that we value our employees' experience and the community around us. At good2grow®, you will be consistently challenged, and your opportunities will only be limited by your ambition!#J-18808-Ljbffr