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Sr. Cost Accountant

Granite Falls, NC · On-site

$73K - $92K/yr

Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting, variance analysis, and standard setting is required * Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools. ERP systems ...

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Columbia, SC · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Our firm is currently conducting a search for a Senior Cost Accountant with a large client in ... This role will manage the cost accounting function, inventory valuation, manufacturing accounting ...

Sr. Cost Accountant

Mcdonough, GA · On-site

$74K - $92K/yr

Senior Cost Accountant Location: Role can be based in McDonough GA, Bethel PA, or Reno NV About the ... Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting, variance analysis, and standard setting is ...

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New Albany, OH · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

Senior Accountant Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join a ... The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, experience within a manufacturing ...

Plant Controller (Manufacturing)

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$102K - $127K/yr

... Accounting, Finance, or related field • Proven experience as a Plant Controller or senior manufacturing finance leader • Deep expertise in cost accounting within a process manufacturing ...

Senior Accountant

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$34 - $38/hr

The Senior Accountant will contribute to core accounting operations, support accurate financial ... Inventory & Manufacturing accounting experience preferred, not required.

Senior Accountant

York, PA

$72K - $91K/yr

Precision Custom Components (PCC) is seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join our team. This is ... Manufacturing accounting experience preferred. * Experience with ERP systems required. * Excellent ...

Senior Accountant

New Albany, OH · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

Senior Accountant Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join a ... The ideal candidate will have strong accounting fundamentals, experience within a manufacturing ...

A growing manufacturing company looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Accountant to own the full accounting function from A to Z. Scale the company to next LEVEL. * $85K-$115K * 100 in office

Sr. Accountant

Duffield, VA · On-site

$31 - $45/hr

... manufacturing organization on a contract basis. This onsite opportunity is suited for an accounting ... senior-level general ledger responsibilities. • Background in manufacturing accounting is ...

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Senior Accountant

Wixom, MI · Hybrid

$90K - $100K/yr

Senior Accountant Wixom, Michigan On-site Direct Hire Opportunity $90,000 - $100,000 annually ... Cost accounting and manufacturing processes * ERP systems * Advanced Microsoft Excel functions * CP ...

Senior Accounting Manager

Seattle, WA · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ... manufacturing accounting concepts such as job costing, work in progress, and time-and-materials ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior manufacturing accounting in the United States is $78,753.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Manufacturing Accounting vs Manufacturing Accountant?

AspectSenior Manufacturing AccountingManufacturing Accountant
CredentialsBachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA often preferredBachelor's degree in accounting or finance
Work EnvironmentCorporate manufacturing finance teams, often with leadership responsibilitiesManufacturing plants or corporate finance departments, focused on daily accounting tasks
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing companies, large corporationsManufacturing companies, small to medium enterprises
Job FocusFinancial analysis, reporting, compliance, and process improvementsTransaction recording, account reconciliations, and cost tracking

The main difference between Senior Manufacturing Accounting and Manufacturing Accountant lies in experience and responsibilities. Senior Manufacturing Accountants typically handle complex financial analysis and oversee accounting processes, while Manufacturing Accountants focus on routine transaction processing and reconciliations. Both roles are essential in manufacturing finance but differ in scope and seniority.

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Sr. Cost Accountant

Sr. Cost Accountant

pregis

Granite Falls, NC • On-site

$73K - $92K/yr

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Re-posted 13 days ago


Pregis rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 113 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Regional Controller, the Sr. Cost Accountant will support some or all the Plant Management teams of the 8 locations as well as Regional Sales team and Regional HR Business Partners. Total revenue for the 8 plants is approximately $200MM.

The Sr. Cost Accountant will be responsible for cost accounting and financial analysis activities in the region.

Responsibilities

  • Understand variances to budget and prior year and identifying opportunities for cost reductions and improvements
  • Complete standard setting process
  • Implement improved mid-month reporting processes
  • Analysis of month end results: P&L and Balance Sheet including variance analysis
  • Complete month-end results package for the Plant to present to Senior Management
  • Provide monthly financial forecasts and analysis
  • Support monthly close including Balance Sheet reconciliation and accurate Revenue and Expense oversight
  • Part of coordinating the annual budget process for assigned plants; collecting, analyzing and consolidating financial data, with understanding of all risks and opportunities
  • Provide key decision support to manufacturing plant and support safety and operating initiatives
  • Conduct regular reviews of production order variances to identify unusual variances and report root cause. Weekly P&L reviews.
  • Monitor and work with plant management on Continuous Improvement initiatives and validate savings
  • Ad hoc financial analysis of financial and operating metrics to support business requirement(s)
  • Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with company’s procedures and policies
  • Travel approximately 15% to 20%.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • BA degree in finance or accounting
  • 3 to 5 years of increasing manufacturing accounting responsibility
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting, variance analysis, and standard setting is required
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools. ERP systems experience required; for example: SAP, Oracle, etc.
  • The ideal candidate will have high energy and a positive “can do” attitude, is detailed oriented, and has a willingness to “roll up their sleeves” to get the job done.

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Industry

Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Deerfield, IL, US

Year founded

2005

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