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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$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of accounting transformation by leading process optimizations in Accounts Payable and Credit & Collections. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, compliance, and accuracy whil...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $128K *

Join a team that drives client success by managing key accounts, enhancing relationships, and optimizing operational performance. Lead initiatives that foster growth and create lasting partnerships ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Manage impactful accounting advisory engagements, strengthen client financial reporting, and lead your team in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise in GAAP and SEC reporting to drive s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $135K *

Transform financial reporting and compliance processes while managing the monthly close and enhancing operational controls. Lead a dedicated accounting team in a dynamic government contracting environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $127K *

Engage in high-level financial management, guiding payroll practices, ensuring compliance with GAAP and various funding sources while providing technical support and analysis across campus-wide financ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $127K *

Lead high-level financial management and compliance initiatives, offering expert support on payroll accounting. Oversee complex reconciliations and strategic financial analysis for campus-wide operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead month-end close processes and provide analytical support for inventory and financial reporting. Collaborate across functions to enhance accounting procedures while ensuring compliance with GAAP a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead client relationships and drive audit strategy in private equity, collaborating across service lines to enhance investment insights and deliver results in a dynamic environment. Embrace travel and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate client success by cultivating strong relationships and collaborating across teams. Manage multiple engagements while developing strategies for portfolio company audits within the private eq...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Make your mark at a dynamic team focused on accounting for diverse investments in a fast-paced environment. Contribute to cash reconciliations, performance reporting, and financial analysis while coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $105K *

Empower your career as an Accounting Technician, executing vital financial tasks, providing exceptional customer service, and supporting municipal operations with efficiency and accuracy in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform financial planning and analysis through data governance and collaboration. Drive insights, streamline processes, and empower decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics across finance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

Optimize financial performance by executing budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes. Drive insights through collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance operational decisions and align...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead accounts payable operations by ensuring efficiency, compliance, and accuracy in processing vendor invoices. Manage a team while driving automation and improvement initiatives to support both dome...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential in a high-impact financial analyst role, driving FP&A and strategic planning to define unit economics. Collaborate across functions to optimize operations as the company scales f...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving FP&A strategies, cost analysis, and financial modeling. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational finance and support scalable growth from startup phase to matu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Build and manage customer relationships while driving sales growth in industrial accounts. Act as a trusted advisor by addressing customer needs, coordinating support, and enhancing program success in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and fostering relationships with retailers, leveraging expertise in marketing technology and customer engagement to provide tailored solutions. Collaborate cross-func...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$91K - $142K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by supervising professional accounting staff. Lead innovative accounting practices, implement improvements, and ensure compliance. Make impactful contr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to financial excellence by ensuring accurate financial reporting and enhancing internal controls. Bring your expertise to manage the close process, support audits, and opt...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$215K - $409K *

Shape the future of financial advisory! Lead, inspire, and grow a high-impact practice by guiding CFOs through complex accounting issues, fostering innovation, and leveraging your expertise in U.S. GA...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $90K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Accountant, collaborating with Project Managers to streamline billing, job costing, and invoicing processes. Contribute to internal controls and ensure efficient fin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform organizational financial practices while leading a dedicated team. Drive performance analysis, budgeting, and reporting processes, ensuring financial accuracy and supporting executive decisi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining billing and fixed asset management, overseeing AR operations and long-lived assets, ensuring compliance, and fostering effective communication across global teams to driv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing client relationships to drive investment company audits, collaborating across service lines, and leveraging technical expertise while fostering new client development in a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.