Cost Accountant

We are looking for a Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance operations in Salt Lake City, Utah. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering accurate cost data, maintaining standard costing practices, and providing analysis that helps improve financial visibility across production activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing setting and the ability to turn detailed cost information into practical business insight.Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and maintain product costing records to ensure reliable financial reporting for manufacturing operations.• Analyze production expenses, material usage, labor, and overhead to identify cost trends and explain variances.• Support the development, upkeep, and validation of standard costs for inventory and manufactured goods.• Partner with finance and plant operations teams to monitor performance and improve the accuracy of cost-related data.• Perform recurring and ad hoc cost analysis to help management evaluate profitability, spending patterns, and operational efficiency.• Reconcile inventory and manufacturing cost activity within accounting records and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Assist with month-end close activities related to cost accounting, including journal entries, reporting, and variance review.• Contribute to process improvements involving costing methods, reporting practices, and internal financial controls when needed.