Description

Conval is the industry leader in Severe Service Valves, dedicated to providing the highest quality products with exceptional durability and longevity. We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Cost Accounting & Assistant Controller professional to support our financial operations and manufacturing cost analysis.

This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate product costing for our valve manufacturing operations to ensure proper pricing, profitability analysis, and financial reporting. The position will also provide support to the Controller during month-end close and external/internal audit activities.

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Analysis

Analyze and determine true manufacturing costs per valve, including labor, materials, overhead, and operational expenses
Evaluate production levels and inventory strategies to optimize manufacturing efficiency while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory
Review and monitor product margins and profitability
Partner with operations, engineering, and purchasing teams to validate costing assumptions
Partner closely with Sales to support pricing decisions based on accurate product costing and margin analysis
Identify high-margin products and provide insights to support strategic sales initiatives
Assist in monitoring inventory valuation, cost trends, and manufacturing variances

Financial & Accounting Support

Cross-train with and provide backup support to the Controller during month-end close and financial reporting processes
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Support budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial analysis
Assist with audits by preparing documentation and responding to requests
Help maintain internal controls and accounting procedures
Support inventory accounting and cycle count processes

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with standard costing and inventory accounting required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Excel skills required
ERP system experience – Infor-Visual preferred
AI/Codex experience a plus
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively across departments
Experience supporting audits and month-end close processes preferred

Preferred Experience

Manufacturing industry experience
Experience with engineered products or industrial equipment manufacturing
Knowledge of BOMs (Bills of Materials), labor routings, and overhead allocation methodologies

What We Offer

Opportunity to work with an industry-leading manufacturer
Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Long-term career growth potential

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Cost Accountant