Cost Accountant

About Accion Performance:

Accion Performance is the science of supply chain and a Morales Group company. We take logistics to the next level by helping manufacturers and distribution centers control their supply chain operations. We design performance-based operational approaches that increase productivity and achieve operational objectives — allowing our customers to focus on core business objectives. Learn more: https://accion.work/

Why Accion Performance?

We want you to be part of our mission to build better futures. We believe in the relentless pursuit of growth and development of all our teammates. We show courage by communicating candidly and sharing bold ideas. We work humbly to create an inclusive and trusting community. And we are relentless in our pursuit of being a light to our clients and teammates. We stay gritty by embracing perseverance, resilience, and determination in overcoming challenges and achieving success together.

If you are ready to jump on board with a high growth organization, Accion Performance is the place for you. Join our globally diverse culture filled with deep camaraderie and passion for a bolder future. We need hungry, humble and people-smart leaders to help pave the way.

The Position:

The Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing, tracking, and reporting the costs associated with third-party logistics operations, including warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, and value-added services. This role partners closely with operations, client services, and senior leadership to ensure accurate cost allocation, margin visibility, and profitability analysis across all service lines and client accounts.

The Duties:

Cost Analysis & Reporting

• Develop, maintain, and analyze cost models for warehousing, transportation, labor, and value-added services.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual cost variance analysis and report findings to management.
• Prepare detailed cost-per-unit, cost-per-order, and cost-per-pallet reports by client and service line.
• Monitor direct and indirect cost allocations across multiple distribution centers and operational segments.
• Produce management-level dashboards and reporting packages on operational cost performance.

Inventory & Warehouse Accounting

• Maintain accurate inventory costing records including standard costs, landed costs, and shrinkage tracking.
• Coordinate cycle count and physical inventory processes; investigate and reconcile variances.
• Track storage billing, accessorial charges, and handling fees to ensure accurate client invoicing.
• Review and reconcile warehouse management system (WMS) data against general ledger balances.

Transportation & Freight Cost Management

• Audit and reconcile freight invoices from carriers against contracted rates and service agreements.
• Analyze transportation spend by mode (LTL, FTL, parcel) and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Support rate negotiations with carrier data and benchmarking analysis.
• Track fuel surcharge, accessorial, and detention costs and ensure proper client pass-through billing.

Client Profitability & Billing

• Analyze profitability by client account, identifying underperforming contracts and margin trends.
• Assist in client rate reviews and modeling new pricing proposals for 3PL service agreements.
• Ensure billing accuracy for storage, handling, outbound, returns, and special projects.
• Support month-end billing reconciliation and resolution of client billing disputes.

Month-End Close & General Accounting

• Support the month-end and year-end close process including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Reconcile cost of goods sold (COGS), labor expenses, and overhead accounts.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance explanations.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules for warehouse equipment, forklifts, and racking systems.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement improvements to cost tracking, reporting workflows, and financial controls.
• Partner with IT and operations to optimize WMS and TMS data integration into financial systems.
• Document accounting procedures and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for cost accounting functions.

The Qualities: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA, CMA, or progress toward certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience required; 3PL, logistics, or supply chain environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with inventory accounting, freight billing, and operational cost analysis.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred). 
• Familiarity with BI and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume logistics environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Accion Performance Benefits: 

• Health insurance – Medical, vision, dental and life insurance plans available. 
• Disability Insurance – Short-term and long-term coverage. 
• Paid Baby Bonding Time – because family is important.
• Competitive PTO 
• 401k Plan - for saving for the future. 
• Professional Development – From monthly workshops to continuing education stipends – we believe in developing our team. 
• A culture of Giving Back – 16 Paid Volunteer Hours 
• Passport Program – we want to keep the team engaged in the culture we’ve built. 

What we value:   

Be Humble

Show up with no Ego and serve others.  

Be Courageous  

Be willing to step out for what is right and use your voice.  

Be a Light  

Shine bright when there is darkness.  

Be Gritty

Stay hungry, overcome challenges, produce results  

Accion Performance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.