Job Description
*Direct applicants only. We are not seeking 3rd party recruitment services at this time.*
Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives on turning data into actionable insights? We’re seeking a
Cost Accountant
to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in managing and analyzing our financial operations. If you have an eye for cost control, financial accuracy, and making a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to grow with us!
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
As our Cost Accountant, you’ll be at the center of our financial operations, gathering and analyzing data that influences key decisions across the business. You’ll study the costs of raw materials, labor, and inventory to ensure every dollar is optimized—and every process is improved.
Your core responsibilities will include:
Data Collection & Analysis (20%)
Analyze product design changes, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services to evaluate cost impacts
Maintain our cost accounting system and create insightful analysis reports
Record actual costs vs. standards to support better expenditure control
Cost Monitoring & Reporting (20%)
Conduct inventory audits and monitor cycle count programs
Reconcile finished goods and analyze cost variances
Implement cost standards for materials and labor
Inventory Cost Management (20%)
Track and reconcile raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods stock
Coordinate physical counts and cycle counts in a warehouse to ensure inventory accuracy
Month-End & Year-End Close Support (20%)
Assist in closing the general ledger
Analyze production costs and support budget forecasts
Compare past data for improved future projections
Strategic Cost Improvements (20%)
Recommend and implement cost-saving strategies
Drive process improvements and identify operational opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to close performance gaps
WHAT YOU NEED:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
At least 2 years of experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing or operations environment
Strong experience with cost systems and excellent analytical mindset
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Outlook and Word
Experience with MAPICS or similar manufacturing/production accounting software is a plus
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with technical and non-technical teams
Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on the development and analysis of cost standards
Proven ability to prepare accurate and timely financial reports
WHAT WE OFFER:
Opportunity to directly influence pricing, profitability, and efficiency
Close interaction with production, engineering, and leadership teams
Paid professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and in-house training programs.
Insurance Plans include:
Company paid: Dental | Term Life Insurance | Long-Term Disability
Low cost Medical options | Prescription | Vision | Voluntary Insurance
Health Savings Account with
generous annual company contributions to your HSA
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a valuable company matching contribution
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
Paid holidays
Discounted company products and services
Wellness incentive program where you can earn up to $610
ABOUT US
For more than 100 years, Smithville has been and is a locally grown, family-owned, cutting-edge, live-where-we-work, stand-by-our-products, part-of-the-neighborhood, wildly-Hoosier technology company in the heart of Southern Indiana. We provide the best technology services without sending you across the globe for support. We love our services and Indiana.
Review of employment applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Smithville is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
October 13, 2025
Job Type:
Location:
Ellettsville, Indiana, 47429, United States
Company:
Smithville Communications
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