New

Cost Analyst/Cost Accountant

Vaco
$35.00 - $42.00 / hr
United States, New Jersey, Newark
Jun 18, 2026
Client: ManufacturingJob Title: Cost Accountant/ClientHarrison, NJ 07029Onsite- 5 days a week. 9-5. Friday close at 3pmPay Rate- $35/hr-$42/hrContract to Length: 3-6 month Contract potential to extend/potential to convertRole Overview: Cost Control & COGS AnalystWe are seeking an exceptionally strong candidate to take ownership of item costing, both pre- and post-sale. Our organization currently lacks tight COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) control, and we need someone who can establish a rigorous process that ties all costs directly back to the original quote.Key Responsibilities:Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for end-to-end cost tracking: from quoting, through final invoicing, to post-sale analysis.Ensure clear and accurate reporting of estimated versus actual costs for each job, shipment, customer, invoice, and item.Build systematic processes that capture all cost components, including raw materials, freight, warehousing, labor, and overhead.Identify discrepancies between estimated and actual costs, and investigate root causes.Provide regular analysis of COGS, profit margins, and variances at various levels (by job, customer, shipment, item, etc.).Recommend changes and corrective actions to improve cost accuracy, profitability, and operational efficiency.Broader Impact:This role is central to strengthening our COGS and profit analysis capabilities, and will drive company-wide improvements in cost control and financial transparency.The ideal candidate will not only focus on immediate cost tracking needs, but also branch out into broader COGS/profit analysis and recommend systematic changes and fixes to support the business's strategic goals.Requirements:Proven experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, or a similar role within a product-based business.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Demonstrated ability to design and implement cost control systems and processes.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.Deep understanding of all cost components (raw materials, freight, warehousing, labor, overhead, etc.).This position is critical for our company's financial health and operational success. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.