Description + Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs to support accurate product costing + Review and reconcile inventory transactions, variances, and adjustments + Support month‑end close activities, including journal entries and cost‑related account reconciliations + Monitor standard costs and assist with updates as needed + Prepare cost reports and provide insights to operations and management + Assist with cycle counts, physical inventory, and related variance analysis + Identify cost drivers and support continuous improvement initiatives + Collaborate with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams to validate cost and inventory data + Provide ad‑hoc cost analysis during the assignment period Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred + 2–5 years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience + Strong understanding of standard costing, BOMs, and inventory accounting + Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (experience in manufacturing environments strongly preferred) + Ability to analyze data, identify discrepancies, and recommend solutions + Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment + Available to work on‑site in Rockwall for the full 3‑month duration Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.