Cost Accountant

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

• Review and post daily manufacturing accounting entries. 

• Review cost and variance trends; research significant variations and recommend appropriate response. 

• Prepare daily operating performance analysis; including inventory movements, sales, and cost of goods sold, to identify significant issues in a timely fashion. 

• Review new BOMs and Routers submitted for cost freeze for accuracy. 

• Perform monthly inventory valuation and reconciliation of cost ledgers. 

• Evaluate and approve cost review requests, including operating impact analysis. 

• Process CAPEX requests, track spend progress and capitalize assets as required. 

• Perform data analysis using reporting tools as required to perform job duties or as requested by management staff. 

• Perform relevant data management tasks. 

• Prepare and monitor operating forecasts based on budget. Review significant variations and analyze operating impact. 

• Establish labor and overhead rates in line with operating budget. 

• Perform annual cost roll and inventory revaluation. Work with purchasing and operations management to enhance accuracy of cost components. 

• Assist other employees with information and/or analysis when requested. 

• Demonstrate understanding, support and consistent application of our Vision, Mission and Core Values 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:  

Required:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or any related field 
• 5+ years supporting a manufacturing business 
• 3-5+ years of Cost accounting 
• Experience with Corporate accounting reporting and deadlines 
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel 

Desired:  

• CPA Certificate 
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Competencies:  

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language 
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively 
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance 
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines 
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes 
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately 
• Commitment to making improvements company wide 
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office 
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity 
• Problem solving; Ability to overcome obstacles 
• Strong knowledge of GAAP 
• Demonstrated ability to utilize ERP system to support operations 
• Comprehensive understanding of General Ledger, Manufacturing Accounting, Inventory Control and Accounts Payable