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Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.  Join the team and become part of our family! This position is hybrid 3 days a week in office in either Woodstock, IL or Shawano, WI with monthly travel to the opposite site. POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION :   Serve as a subject matter expert in cost and inventory accounting. Lead month-end close activities, perform advanced cost and margin analysis, and partner cross-functionally to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial performance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or related field. • 4–6 years of cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Proficiency   in ERP systems and Excel. • Understanding of   US GAAP, inventory valuation, and cost allocation. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : • CPA, CMA, or MBA. • 6–8 years of experience in cost accounting and manufacturing environments. • Experience leading close processes or improvement initiatives. MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES : • Lead monthly cost accounting close, including cost roll-ups and reconciliations. • Analyze manufacturing variances and prepare cost performance reports with actionable insights. • Support standard cost   setting   and periodic updates. • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to interpret cost results and   identify   improvement opportunities. • Provide financial input for capital investments, production efficiency, and pricing decisions. • Maintain strong internal controls around cost and inventory accounting. • Lead initiatives to automate and improve cost reporting and data accuracy. • Provide support for other accounting functions when needed • Support and guide junior accountants, sharing technical   expertise   and best practices. • Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements. • Ability to meet t he essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description. CharterCasting We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).