Cost Accountant Jobs that Pay Over $100K at Ladders

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What is a Cost Accountant?

A Cost Accountant is a financial specialist who determines the actual costs associated with providing a service or manufacturing a product. They often work in production to monitor and report on company expenses, influencing important business decisions.

Why Choose a Career as a Cost Accountant?

Working as a Cost Accountant offers competitive salaries, exciting challenges, and the opportunity to work in diverse industries. Explore our Cost Accountant job listings today and take a planful step toward a rewarding career.

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$125K - $150K *

Transform capital markets accounting by leading complex transactions, ensuring compliance, and delivering actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic decisions within a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing cash and revenue accounting operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. Manage team activities and collaborate with cross-functional departments to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $172K *

Lead financial operations by conducting forecasts, analyses, and budget management. Drive compliance, oversee customer presentations, and guide a team of analysts in delivering high-quality financial...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic finance team, enhancing systems and leadership. Drive accurate financial reporting, oversee critical operations, and foster team development in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your accounting expertise to guide clients through AI-powered solutions, ensuring scalable outcomes and fostering deep relationships with finance leaders post-imple...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients to transform accounting needs into automated AI-driven solutions, enhancing financial outcomes and efficiency while fostering strong relationships and driving software adoption acr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$129K - $216K *

Drive complex technical accounting initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Collaborate with finance teams to address accounting challenges and enhance internal controls, supporting accurate f...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $225K *

Elevate your career as a Chief Financial Officer, overseeing financial strategies, planning, and operations for a respected nonprofit organization with a diverse portfolio and a mission-driven focus o...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

Lead all financial operations, provide strategic partnership, and enhance growth through effective financial management and oversight. Drive compliance and build strong internal and external relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive accounting excellence as you lead operations, ensure compliance, and empower financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and enhance processes while fostering team development a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $122K *

Join our Finance team to support accounting functions and implement a new ERP system, ensuring compliance with governmental standards while maintaining financial integrity and operational efficiency d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $136K *

Partner with us to ensure compliance in financial reporting and cost accounting for government contracts. Oversee audits, lead reporting initiatives, and develop budgets while collaborating across tea...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by managing financial reports, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and leading audits for government contracts and grants. Your expertise will directly influence fin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $136K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in government accounting. You will oversee financial reporting, cost accounting, and audit support for government contracts, ensuring compliance and accuracy...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $165K *

Drive financial excellence by managing complex accounting operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and government contracting regulations while enhancing financial reporting processes within a f...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Champion accounting excellence as you lead a multi-entity function, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and rigorous internal controls while supporting our rapid growth across diverse sectors...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $153K *

Shape the future of finance by streamlining month-end close processes, fostering collaboration across teams, and driving accounting excellence. This role focuses on enhancing accuracy and efficiency t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$202K - $302K *

Revolutionize Federal sales by developing strategic relationships, penetrating accounts, and driving Nutanix product solutions through channel partners. Collaborate closely with Sales Engineers to ach...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial excellence by leading accounting operations, ensuring integrity in reporting, and driving team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of accounting by providing strategic leadership, enhancing financial operations, and driving team performance while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance in a dynamic e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Shape financial excellence by leading accounting operations and enhancing team performance. Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives while ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading the accounting team, ensuring integrity and excellence in reporting. Collaborate with leaders to drive strategy and foster development within a high-performan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial operations by leading shared services in accurate reporting, compliance, and team development. Drive efficiency in budgeting and forecasting while supporting key financial initiati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $153K *

Drive the consolidation and intercompany accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and governance of complex accounting processes while leading a team of p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $328K *

Join a team that's driving strategic finance leadership by transforming cost accounting to enhance business growth and operational excellence through robust processes and financial insights across dep...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What educational requirements are needed for a Cost Accountant job?question toggle

    Most Cost Accountant jobs require a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Some positions may require a master's degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

  • What skills are necessary for a Cost Accountant?question toggle

    Key skills for a Cost Accountant include financial analysis, budgeting, attention to detail, excellent mathematical skills, and proficiency in accounting software.

  • How does Ladders help me find a Cost Accountant job?question toggle

    Ladders vets all job postings to ensure they come from reputable companies with salaries of $100,000 per year or higher. Use Ladders to find your ideal Cost Accountant job.