Cost Accountant
380 Old West Penn Avenue Reading, PA 19601 US
Job Description
A company in Reading is searching for a Cost Accountant to join their team.
Responsibilities include reconciling financial records, analyzing cost variances, ensuring compliance, and optimizing cost allocation and reporting while providing financial insights to support decision-making.
Company/Position Highlights:
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Values internal promotions, fostering a strong culture where every team member contributes to overall success.
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Access a competitive insurance package covering health, dental, and prescription plans, along with life and disability insurance.
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Enjoy matched 401(k) contributions, incentive bonuses, and flexible spending accounts to support your long-term financial well-being.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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5+ years of experience in cost accounting or financial analysis, with a strong foundation in financial reporting and data analysis.
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Proficiency in financial systems and accounting software, with the ability to leverage technology for process optimization.
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In-depth understanding of accounting principles, particularly in cost allocation and inventory management.
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Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to both finance and non-finance stakeholders clearly and effectively.
Meet Your Recruiter
Chris Chaput
Recruiting Manager
Chris Chaput is a Recruiting Manager of Top Stack's Finance & Accounting Direct Hire Division based out of Philadelphia, PA. Originally a Maine native, Chris joined the staffing world in 2018 when he and his wife moved to PA to be closer to her family. He was promoted in 2020 to an executive search group, after being ranked in the Top 30 direct hire recruiters in their professional search division.
Chris was drawn into this industry by the freedom to control his own destiny and the reward of helping make a great match. He relishes in building relationships with his clients and candidates and views this business more as a relationships-based business more than sales. He lives by the motto "No one wants to be sold anything, they want to make an informed buying decision" and he helps his clients and candidates do just that every day.
His major goal in life is to provide more for his family than he grew up with, that has been what has motivated him his entire career. His deep appreciation for family originated from what his parents provided him growing up. In addition to his wife and three children, he has a dog named Baxter, and two cats named Frank and Murr.
During Chris's personal time he loves to travel, game, and play corn hole every Wednesday night at a local league.
