Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Cost Accountant – Heavy Industrial Manufacturing
Location: Hartford, WI (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: 60,000–75,000/year (Based on Experience)
Benefits: Health Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off

About Our Company

They are a family-owned industrial manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered equipment for critical infrastructure applications. My client needs a detail-oriented accountant to streamline financial operations and support our growing team.

Why Join?

• Impactful Role: Your work directly influences production efficiency and profitability.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside engineers, machinists, and leadership daily.
• Stability: 50+ years in business with a strong regional reputation and Local/International clients.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management (60%)

• Manage full-cycle accounting: AP/AR, general ledger, and monthly closings.
• Perform job costing analysis using engineering BOMs (Bill of Materials).
• Reconcile inventory and material procurement costs.

Operational Support (30%)

• Collaborate with shop-floor teams to track labor and material efficiency.
• Generate financial reports for leadership with actionable insights.
• Supervise receiving/inventory documentation.

Process Improvement (10%)

• Identify cost-saving opportunities in procurement and production.
• Optimize ERP workflows (training provided if needed).

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance.
• 3+ years in manufacturing accounting (job shops, fabrication, or industrial sectors).
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs).
• Ability to interpret technical documents (e.g., BOMs, work orders).

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, JobBOSS).
• Familiarity with ASME standards or custom fabrication environments.

Work Environment

• On-Site: Office within an active machine shop (safety PPE provided).
• Interaction: Daily coordination with production teams.
• Leadership: Direct reporting to the company President.

How to Apply

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Company Description

Family-owned heavy industrial manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered ASME Code industrial equipment and pressure-retaining components. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, code-compliant equipment, serving industries that require robust industrial manufacturing solutions.

Company Description

Family-owned heavy industrial manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered ASME Code industrial equipment and pressure-retaining components. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, code-compliant equipment, serving industries that require robust industrial manufacturing solutions.