Cost Accountant

FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, reliable firearms for military, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia with manufacturing operations in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Job Duties

Products Costing:

• Prepare and update cost estimates for United States Government (USG) contract proposals and for internal product development.
• Work with Research & Development (R&D) and Manufacturing to calculate estimated cost for new product launches, as well as changes to existing products.

Cost Analysis & Reporting:

• Track and analyze material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Prepare cost variance reports (actual vs. budgeted costs).
• Monitor cost trends and recommend cost-saving opportunities.

Inventory & Bill of Materials (BOM) Management:

• Ensure accurate cost allocation for raw materials and components.
• Analyze BOM for cost optimization.
• Support inventory valuation and cost adjustments.

Manufacturing Cost Control:

• Assess work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods costs.
• Evaluate standard vs. actual costs and investigate discrepancies.
• Identify cost drivers and recommend efficiency improvements.

Financial Planning & Compliance:

• Assist in budgeting and forecasting for production costs.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and industry regulations.
• Work with auditors on cost-related matters.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required.

Experience Requirements

Five years of experience in cost accounting and standard product costing in a manufacturing environment with complex bills of materials is required.

Skills and Competencies

All FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional requirements of this position include:

• Knowledge of "standard cost" accounting practices.
• Ability to facilitate in-depth variance analysis and reporting.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts across the organization.
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), SAP highly preferred.

Working Conditions

Office setting within a manufacturing environment. Occasions may arise that the Demand Planner be exposed to loud machinery. Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds unassisted.

All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability

FN America, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email HR@FNAmerica.com or call: 803-736-0522. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.