Cost Accountant/Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with an established manufacturing company in Batesville, Arkansas, to find a Cost Accountant/Staff Accountant to join their accounting team.

Hybrid Schedule – Relocation Assistance Available

This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional looking to expand their experience in manufacturing and cost accounting while working with a well-established organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in general accounting, including general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close. Previous cost accounting experience is preferred but not required, as the company is willing to train someone with solid accounting skills and a desire to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, manufacturing cost rates, inventory, cost centers, and bills of materials.
• Maintain the general ledger, perform account reconciliations, and assist with month-end close.
• Prepare annual budgets, customer shipment forecasts, and monthly financial analysis reports.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset records, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable activities, including invoice processing, customer account reconciliations, and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations, verify deposits, and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with annual audits, including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Support accounting system maintenance and identify opportunities for process improvements.

Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of accounting experience
• Strong general accounting skills, including general ledger, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Manufacturing or cost accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with standard costing, inventory accounting, cost centers, or bills of materials a plus.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and fixed asset accounting highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Incredible health insurance benefits
• 4% 401(k) match
• Competitive PTO
• This position is open to a hybrid environment depending on the location of the candidate
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.

Please directly apply or contact Jennifer Thompson via LinkedIn.

Arkansas Talent Group is a Permanent Placement Recruiting Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.