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Description

Support the development of material, freight, labor, and overhead standards; perform monthly variance analysis. Compile performance data and project sales and costs to create business forecasts for planning purposes. Maintain accurate product pricing and cost data in the system; audit Bills of Material (BOM) for accuracy. Conduct monthly freight reconciliations, comparing projected costs to actual payments to ensure proper accruals. Ensure compliance with all applicable government tax regulations. Prepare standard journal entries for month-end close and verify COGS accuracy; complete variance analysis for review with department managers and the Controller. Generate all required month-end reports and maintain permanent accounting records. Provide pricing support to the sales team, including assistance with negotiations and price adjustments. Participate in and monitor progress on LeanDNA projects. Assist with physical inventory counts, perform cost roll updates in the product cost system, and complete corporate inventory reports at year-end. Support the cycle count program by ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial data. Contribute to annual budgeting and assist with preparation and review of monthly and quarterly forecasts. Aid in the collection of past-due receivables and resolve outstanding issues. Ensure timely payment of Accounts Payable invoices in accordance with payment terms, including three-way matching. Reconcile intercompany accounts accurately and on time.

Skills

Cost accounting, Cost analysis, Variance analysis

Top Skills Details

Cost accounting,Cost analysis,Variance analysis

Additional Skills & Qualifications

cost accounting

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ocala, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $44.00/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 Ocala,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.