Cost Accountant

Post Date

Mar 10, 2026

Location

Milwaukee,
Wisconsin

ZIP/Postal Code

53208
US
May 15, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Accounting

Req #

MKE-bc41e864-2600-4aef-bf30-84624d289692

Pay Rate

$100k - $110k (estimate)

Job Description

Join a high‑impact finance team where you’ll serve as the go‑to expert in cost and inventory accounting. In this role, you will own month‑end close for cost accounting, deliver meaningful cost and margin insights, and partner closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance. Your work will directly influence operational efficiency, profitability, and strategic decision‑making across the business.

Key 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

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- 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

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- CPA, CMA, or MBA
- 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments
- Experience leading month‑end close or driving process improvements

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.