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Cost Accountant - Salt Lake City, UT

Quick Facts
Company Name:Easton Technical Products
Location:Salt Lake City, UT
Employment Type:Full Time
Category:Finance
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Description

At Easton, we are driven by innovation, precision, and performance. As a global leader in archery equipment with over a century of excellence, we are committed to delivering world-class products trusted by Olympians and enthusiasts alike. We are seeking an on-site Cost Accountant to join our team and play a key role in supporting our manufacturing operations through accurate costing, insightful analysis, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

As a Cost Accountant, you will partner closely with Finance, Operations, and Engineering to ensure accurate product costing and provide data-driven insights that support business decisions.

Product Costing & Analysis

  • Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead
  • Ensure purchased inventory reflects current and accurate costs
  • Analyze and update product costs within the ERP system
  • Support new product costing and trend analysis

Manufacturing Performance & Variance Analysis

  • Track and analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead)
  • Identify root causes and recommend improvements
  • Monitor scrap rates, yield performance, and departmental efficiency
  • Evaluate departmental efficiency and labor utilization 

Cost Structure & Allocation

  • Develop and maintain cost allocation methods based on appropriate cost drivers
  • Establish and maintain overhead rates
  • Recommend and maintain cost center and work center structures for accurate cost capture

Reporting & Month-End Close

  • Prepare cost reports and operational performance summaries
  • Support monthly close, including inventory valuation and variance analysis
  • Assist with journal entries, work order closures, and financial audits

Systems & Operational Knowledge

  • Develop expertise in ERP systems and how purchasing, payroll, BOMs, work orders, and sales interact
  • Understand product structures, routings, and manufacturing processes
  • Extract and analyze data to support decision-making and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of cost accounting or general accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of standard costing and manufacturing environments
  • Experience with ERP systems (Business Central preferred)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance options
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee discounts and access to archery products
  • A casual, team-oriented work environment


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