Cost Accountant – One-Time Project to Calculate True Product Costs
We are a consumer goods company selling physical products through Amazon and other channels. We are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant for a one-time project to calculate the true, fully loaded cost of our products. The goal of this project is to clearly understand our real product costs so we can make better decisions on pricing, margins, advertising spend, and fulfillment strategy. This is an analytical, detail-oriented project. We are not looking for bookkeeping entry or tax filing—this is strictly cost analysis. Scope of Work • Calculate the true cost per product and per unit • Break down costs clearly and transparently • Identify cost drivers that impact margins Costs to be analyzed may include (but are not limited to): • Product manufacturing or purchase cost • Packaging costs • Freight and shipping (international and domestic) • Duties, customs, and import fees • Amazon referral and fulfillment fees (FBA / FBM) • Storage and handling costs • Prep, labeling, and logistics costs • Advertising cost allocation (high-level, if applicable) • Any other costs impacting unit economics Deliverables • Clear cost breakdown per product / SKU • Cost per unit and cost per pack (where applicable) • Summary explaining margin impact • Identification of areas where costs may be optimized • Simple, easy-to-read format (spreadsheet or report) Requirements • Proven experience as a Cost Accountant or in cost analysis for physical products • Experience working with e-commerce or Amazon products is a strong plus • Strong understanding of unit economics and margin analysis • Ability to work with real operational data (fees, logistics, ads, etc.) • Clear communication and documentation Project Details • One-time project • Data and reports will be provided • Timeline to be agreed upon upfront • Budget to be discussed based on scope and experience Apply tot his job