Senior Cost Accountant

Senior Cost Accountant
Tricon
Irondale, AL

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Cost Accountant with strong SAP expertise to join our finance team. This role is critical in managing cost accounting functions, supporting financial planning, and ensuring accurate reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in standard cost accounting, experience with SAP ERP systems, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and manage cost data to ensure accurate financial reporting and forecasting.
• Utilize SAP to collect, validate, and interpret financial data, generating actionable insights.
• Develop, monitor, and report on budgets, cost variances, and performance metrics.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports to management.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and project teams to support cost efficiency.
• Assist in inventory valuation, standard cost updates, and variance analysis.
• Support internal and external audits with relevant cost data and documentation.
• Lead or contribute to finance process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CMA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive cost accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or project-based environments.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with SAP (CO, FI, MM modules).
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory management, and financial analysis.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

WHY TRICON?

Employee Programs

• Wellness Incentive Platform
• Safety Shoe & Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Apparel
• Employee Events (Summer Picnic, Appreciation Luncheons)

Work Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Expanded Personal/Sick Time
• 10 Paid Holidays

Career Growth

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Youth & State Apprentice Programs

Benefits (Effective 1st Day of Month Following Hire Date)

• Health, Dental & Vision Options
• HSA, FSA & DCSA Options
• Company Paid Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telehealth Program (Includes Mental Health & Dermatology)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 401K & Generous Company Match Program

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