Cost Accountant

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Job title:
Cost Accountant

Location:
Campbellsville, KY (Onsite)

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:

At Ingersoll Rand's Campbellsville, KY facility, cutting-edge automation and next-generation manufacturing converge to produce high-performance air compressors that power industries worldwide. Built for the future, this site champions net-zero ambitions while advancing smart, IoT-enabled compressor solutions. From advanced automation to next-gen RM-Series compressors, Campbellsville leads in innovation, efficiency, and sustainable manufacturing.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in a role where precision meets influence. Operating at the intersection of finance and manufacturing, this individual will shape how cost insights drive strategic decisions, operational
efficiency, and continuous improvement
across the plant. The ideal candidate
is a sharp, intellectually curious professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment-someone who can connect the dots between data and action. They bring a strong analytical lens, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex financial information into meaningful insights that elevate performance. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with cross-functional leaders, strengthen financial visibility, and directly impact how a world-class manufacturing operation
plans, performs, and grows.

Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain cost accounting and financial tracking systems
• Analyze manufacturing costs and provide recommendations to reduce production costs
• Comply with US GAAP principles
• Conduct general audits and ledger entries
• Conduct inventory checks and report any changes
• Assist senior management in developing and maintaining a robust business costing system
• Implement feedback and changes whenever possible
• Create visualizations that convey accurate financial views of the project
• Collaborate with finance personnel to develop approaches for creating more-accurate financial records and models for the company

Requirements:

• Bachelor
  's degree
• 2+ years of direct cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience in International Accounting Principles (IAP).

Core Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex financial data and derive actionable insights.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies issues and implements effective solutions.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to support cross-departmental initiatives.
• Communication: Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects efficiently.

Preferences:

• Bachelor
  's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Experience with APP software or similar cost accounting tools.
• Professional certification in accounting (e.g., CPA, CMA).
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing operations.
  

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• Based onsite in Campbellsville, KY supporting our Barrie, Canada and CBV facility
• This position will have minimal anticipated travel.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical
and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.