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Sr Cost Accountant

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope143 open roles

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Terrell, TX
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope median: 27 days open

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Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You Will Get to Do

The Senior Cost Accountant will serve as a key member of the finance team, responsible for performing advanced cost accounting analyses, maintaining product costing integrity, supporting manufacturing operations, and driving cost control initiatives. This role partners closely with plant leadership, engineering, operations, and finance to provide meaningful financial insights that improve profitability and operational performance. The Senior Cost Accountant will leverage ERP systems and financial data to support decision-making, inventory accuracy, budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement efforts at the Terrell manufacturing facility.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced cost accounting analyses, including estimated versus actual cost comparisons, product margin analysis, labor and overhead absorption reviews, and identification of controllable and uncontrollable cost drivers.
  • Maintain and manage product costing data within ERP systems (Epicor), including cost rolls, part cost updates, bill of material reviews, routing validations, and overall database integrity.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, manufacturing performance reports, inventory analyses, variance reporting, and budgeting packages to support operational and financial decision-making.
  • Lead inventory accounting processes, including physical inventory coordination, cycle count analysis, inventory reconciliations, adjustments, and inventory reserve evaluations.
  • Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Production teams to develop product cost estimates, evaluate manufacturing process changes, and assess financial impacts associated with new and existing products.
  • Identify and recommend opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies to improve plant profitability.
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring accurate inventory valuation, costing transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Assist in annual budgeting, forecasting, and standard cost updates while providing ongoing variance analysis against plan.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls related to inventory, costing, and manufacturing accounting processes.
  • Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives supporting plant and corporate finance objectives.

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, variance analysis, and manufacturing financial reporting.
  • Experience working with ERP/MRP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar manufacturing systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modeling.
  • Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and operations teams.
  • Ability to manage confidential information and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Time study experience and manufacturing process knowledge strongly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting manufacturing facilities with multiple product lines and complex inventory environments.
  • Experience leading physical inventory processes and inventory control initiatives.
  • Prior experience in building materials, glass, glazing, fenestration, or related manufacturing industries.
  • CPA, CMA, or progress toward a professional accounting certification is a plus.

What OBE Offers You

  • Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
  • Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
  • Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
  • Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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