Charter Steel · 23 hours ago
Cost Accountant
Charter Wire - Menomonee Valley - Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expCharter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. In this role, the Cost Accountant will serve as the go-to expert in cost and inventory accounting, owning month-end close and delivering insights that influence operational efficiency and profitability.
Consumer GoodsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll‑ups, reconciliations, and accuracy of cost data
Analyze manufacturing variances, trends, and cost drivers, delivering insights that help leadership take action
Support the development and maintenance of standard costs, including routine updates
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities
Provide financial analysis for capital investments, production efficiency initiatives, and pricing decisions
Maintain strong internal controls over cost and inventory accounting processes
Drive automation and process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency
Provide support to broader accounting functions as needed
Mentor and guide junior accountants, sharing best practices and technical expertise
Follow all Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System guidelines
Ability to meet the essential requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
4–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
Solid understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation methodologies
Preferred
CPA, CMA, or MBA
6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments
Experience leading month‑end close or driving process improvements
Benefits
Comprehensive health
Dental
Vision benefits
401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing
Company-paid life insurance
Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO)
Company
Charter Steel
Charter Steel, Inc. manufactures and distributes carbon and alloy steel bars, rods, and wire products. It is a sub-organization of Charter Manufacturing.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joel Casterton
President
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