Cost Accountant

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This position is hybrid 3 days a week in office in either Woodstock, IL or Shawano, WI with monthly travel to the opposite site.  POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION: Serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting. Lead month-end close activities, perform advanced cost and margin analysis, and partner cross-functionally to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial performance.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  * 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 in ERP systems and Excel.  * Understanding of US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation.  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  * CPA, CMA, or MBA.  * 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments.  * Experience leading close processes or improvement initiatives.  MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:  * Lead monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll-ups and reconciliations.  * Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights.  * Support standard cost setting and periodic updates.  * Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and identify improvement opportunities.  * Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions.  * Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting.  * Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy.  * Provide support for other accounting functions when needed  * Support and guide junior accountants, sharing technical expertise and best practices.  * Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.  * Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.  #CharterCasting We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).