Position: Cost Accountant II Location: St. Augustine Placement Type: Contract to Hire Hello! Our client is in need of a cost accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate for this role will have 3+ years of experience in cost accounting specifically and over 5 years in general ledger accounting in general. This position creates the opportunity to work with one of the leading organizations in aerospace and defense with ample opportunity to progress within the organization! Apply to learn more about this opportunity! Description + Collecting and analyzing data about a operational costs + Setting standard costs of manufactured goods + Developing and analyzing cost standards + Carrying out cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis, including for small businesses + Establishing costs of business processes such as administration, labor, shipping, etc. + Performing account reconciliations + Preparing audit reports and presenting their findings to management + Recommending changes to the company’s processes and policies to reduce cost and maximize profit + Advising executives and upper management on appropriate costing based on financial data + Managing the company’s balance sheet and accounting books + Supporting other company accountants with invoicing and capital expenditure Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelors degree in accounting or finance + 3+ years of experience in cost accounting + bill of material + Excel skills Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00 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 St. Augustine,FL. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 21, 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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.