Cost Accountant

A well-established manufacturing company in Plano is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Manufacturing Accountant to join its team. This role is fully onsite and offers a dynamic environment where accounting meets operations, with a strong focus on cost analysis, inventory, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Cost Management

Review job contracts and gather documentation for job costing spreadsheets.

Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing budget to actual; research and explain variances.

Coordinate with project managers for progress billing and collections.

General Ledger & Month-End

Prepare general ledger entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Assist with month-end processes, account reconciliations, and propose corrections.

Set up and maintain entities (customers / vendors), including ACH information.

Review and approve vendor payments, with a preference for electronic payments.

Audit & Compliance

Prepare SOX audit documentation in accordance with audit timelines.

Ensure departmental alignment with established processes.

Review and analyze capital expenditures; perform fixed asset accounting (additions, depreciation, etc.).

Perform monthly accruals / amortization entries (bank fees, property tax, warranties, etc.).

Develop and implement accounting procedures by analyzing and recommending changes.

Inventory & Reporting

Monitor cycle count program to ensure guidelines are followed.

Review and process outbound freight invoices.

Maintain the inventory system with integrity and standardization.

Complete quarterly analysis on excess and obsolete part numbers / materials.

Prepare reports for managers and sales reps upon request.

Work Conditions

Must be available to work the Sunday of each month-end; the following Friday will be a scheduled day off

Occasional overtime may be required

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plano, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plano,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.