Senior Cost Accountant

Ardent Mills

. Serve as a technical subject matter expert for inventory accounting, valuation, commodity accounting, manufacturing controls, and related financial processes across assigned facilities .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $107,700 - $129,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory accounting, valuation, and financial controls within a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on process improvements and data integrity. Capable of leading investigations, mentoring accounting professionals, and influencing cross-functional decisions to enhance operational performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory Accounting ExpertiseAdvanced ERP ProficiencyFinancial Controls KnowledgeProcess Improvement LeadershipCPA or CMA Certification

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Hard Skills

Inventory ValuationManufacturing AccountingCommodity AccountingRoot Cause AnalysisFinancial ReportingData AnalysisOperational Performance MetricsReconciliationMonth-End Close ActivitiesVariance Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making SkillsMentoring AbilityInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMicrosoft ExcelReporting ToolsManufacturing Execution Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMA

Industry Keywords

Inventory ControlsFinancial ProcessesManufacturing EnvironmentMulti-Site OperationsCycle Count Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a technical subject matter expert for inventory accounting, valuation, commodity accounting, manufacturing controls, and related financial processes across assigned facilities
Investigate and resolve complex inventory, operational, and accounting issues
Provide guidance, training, and support to Cost Accountants
Partner with Operations and Finance to evaluate risks, implement process improvements, and ensure accurate financial reporting, control execution, and inventory valuation
Develop forward-looking analyses, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and convert findings into recommendations and action plans
Perform independent investigation, recommendation, and coordination of corrective actions for complex inventory, valuation, accounting, and control-related issues
Serve as the first escalation point for Cost Accountants regarding accounting treatment, inventory controls, ERP and MES transaction impacts, and financial risk considerations
Execute month-end and year-end close activities for assigned facilities and areas of responsibility
Lead analysis of manufacturing variances and operational performance metrics
Own activities relating to valuation of commodity inventories and related liabilities
Monitor inventory accuracy, count adjustments, reconciliation differences, and financial impacts across assigned facilities
Lead process improvements, reporting enhancements, and control standardization initiatives
Partner with Operations, FP&A, and other stakeholders to improve understanding of manufacturing performance, inventory trends, and financial outcomes
Support oversight of inventory audits, weigh-up programs, cycle count programs, and regulatory reviews
Own data integrity, reporting standardization, dashboard requirements, and identification of automation or AI opportunities
Support stakeholder readiness, training, adoption, and sustainability for new processes, systems, controls, and ways of working
Own playbooks, documentation quality, cross-training, and backup capability across facilities and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent experience
CPA or CMA strongly preferred
6+ years of relevant experience
Experience supporting inventory accounting, manufacturing accounting, commodity accounting, or related financial processes in a manufacturing environment
Experience leading complex investigations, reconciliations, or process improvement initiatives
Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations preferred
Advanced knowledge of inventory valuation, manufacturing accounting, commodity accounting, and financial controls
Ability to interpret and evaluate transaction flows across ERP, manufacturing execution, and financial systems
Ability to conduct root cause analysis and identify operational, accounting, and control implications
Ability to evaluate manufacturing performance, yield, blending, and inventory-related variances and translate findings into actionable recommendations
Ability to influence business decisions and coordinate corrective actions across functions
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to mentor, train, and develop less experienced accounting professionals
Ability to communicate concise financial narratives, challenge assumptions constructively, and influence Operations and Finance partners without formal authority
Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, reporting tools, data analysis, and Microsoft Excel
Up to 5% travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional earning potential commensurate with experience
Incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and individual results
Targeted bonus plan: Bonus - MIP, 10% Annual
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Health and Dependent Savings Accounts
Life and Disability Programs
Voluntary Benefit Programs
Company Sponsored Wellness Programs
Retirement Savings with Company Match
Team Member and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Recognition Program with Rewards (RAVE)