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Job Title: Accountant Analyst (Direct Hire)Location: Hauppauge, NYEmployment Type: Full-Time, Direct HirePosition Summary:Our client, a respected manufacturer in Hauppauge, NY, is seeking a hands-on Accountant Analyst to join their collaborative finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this role is ideal for a candidate with strong cost accounting, general ledger, and financial analysis experience. Youll be part of a high-performing group, contributing to month-end close, cost variance analysis, and cross-functional financial operations.This is a direct hire opportunity with a company that values initiative, accuracy, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.Team Structure:Youll join a tight-knit finance team consisting of:1 Finance Manager (your direct supervisor)1 Senior Analyst2 Accounting Analysts (including this position)1 Accounts Payable Specialist1 Accounts Receivable SpecialistKey Responsibilities:Perform heavy cost accounting and cost driver analysis to support manufacturing operations.Execute month-end close activities, including journal entries, GL maintenance, and balance sheet analysis.Prepare and analyze financial reports, including cost roll-ups, costing variances, and WIP (work-in-process) reports.Ensure internal control compliance, operating within company policy and procedures.Reconcile complex financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing detailed account information.Support long-term contract costing and related financial planning tasks.Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing and engineering teams to evaluate cost performance and identify efficiencies.Use advanced Excel functions (V-lookups, pivot tables, formulas, charts) to perform spreadsheet-based financial analysis.Work within a proprietary manufacturing reporting system (not QuickBooks); prior ERP system experience is required.Assist in ongoing improvements to accounting procedures, systems, and internal controls.Qualifications:Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting required.Experience: Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, with strong exposure to:Cost accounting in a manufacturing environmentGeneral ledger accountingFinancial reporting and analysisMonth-end close and reconciliationsStrong understanding of GAAP; familiarity with CAS and FAR is a plus.Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel (V-lookups, pivot tables, formula creation, charting).Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Why Join?Be part of a supportive, skilled finance team in a dynamic manufacturing company.Opportunity to own high-impact accounting projects and improve internal processes.Direct visibility with Finance leadership and operational teams.Competitive salary, full benefits, and long-term career potential.Apply now to advance your accounting career with a company that recognizes your expertise and empowers your growth.PDN-9f5c319c-9bfd-4a93-8bd6-bc2c530c566c