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Since 1968, Plastic Molding Manufacturing (PMM) has been a proudly owner-operated leader in American-made innovation and quality. With over 100 presses across our four state-of-the-art facilities in MA, CT, PA, and IN, we’re committed to strengthening U.S manufacturing by delivering exceptional production, employment, and economic opportunities nationwide.

Join us at PMM, where tradition meets innovation, and community and customer service are one and the same.

Position Summary:

The Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing and monitoring manufacturing costs to support accurate financial reporting, profitability analysis, and strategic decision-making. This role works closely with operations, production, and finance teams to ensure cost accuracy, maintain inventory integrity, and support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Essential Functions:

Perform cost and margin analysis by reviewing material, labor, and overhead costs to ensure accurate product margins and profitability reporting.
Conduct regular customer pricing reviews in accordance with established company procedures and provide recommendations to support pricing strategies and profitability objectives.
Perform variance analysis by comparing standard costs to actual costs, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring the accuracy of job performance parameters and costing data.
Monitor inventory valuation and ensure inventory costs are accurately recorded and maintained in accordance with GAAP.
Identify and analyze obsolete and slow-moving inventory and provide recommendations for reserves, write-downs, or disposition.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, including account reconciliations, journal entries, inventory analysis, and financial reporting support.
Prepare and distribute cost-related reports and analyses for management review.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve costing methodologies, inventory controls, and operational efficiency.
Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and analysis.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

Experience:

3–5 years of manufacturing accounting experience required.
Cost accounting experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory valuation, and GAAP.
Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Company Benefits:

Paid Time Off including holidays and vacation.
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
401(k) with company match.
Company provided group life insurance and AD&D.
Company provided short-term disability coverage.
Optional long-term disability coverage.
Employee Referral Bonuses.

PMM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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