Cost Accountant

If you are a cost accountant with experience in a manufacturing environment, this job could be for you! EIS Wire and Cable's long history of engineering expertise and manufacturing excellence has resulted in strong and lasting business relationships with customers in a wide range of diverse industries. Our customers can count on the quality, service, and attention to evolving needs that they would expect of a manufacturing partner. Today, EIS Wire and Cable Company operates a modern 125,000 sq. ft. facility based in Western Massachusetts and specializes in manufacturing a wide range of custom design and standard construction products-from single conductor hook-up wire to complex multi conductor composite cables. Summary/Objective Responsible for developing and sustaining system tools and processes to consistently monitor, analyze, and illustrate opportunities to reduce waste, increase gross margin, and ensure accurate valuation of inventory. Essential Functions Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations to maintain the accuracy and reliability of BOMs and RoutingsInvestigates, analyzes and illustrates costs and variances; Manufacturing, Raw Materials, Freight, Inventory, and Labor utilization to fully understand and target opportunities across the facility.Drive root cause analysis and innovative problem-solving which impact our costs across the organization.Prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, and analysis for all inventory related activities including material consumption, labor and overhead.Performs settlement process to cost inventory productionAssists in the development of direct labor and overhead rates used for annual standard cost rolls.Assists in preparation of cost/pricing data used for government contract negotiations in accordance with FAR/DFAR regulationsFollows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement.Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.Assist in development of Financial Controls related to costing requirements across all departments Required 4-year degree in accounting/finance5+ year experience in cost accountingProficiency in Microsoft Excel and AccessAble to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levelsAble to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simotaneouslySelf-motivated individual with critical thinking atributes Nice To Have Experience with FAR/DFAR regulations including ITAR, PIEE, CAS, SAMFamiliar with PowerBI is a plus The EIS Premier Benefits Package Includes Medical (EIS funds 100% of the deductibles & 80% of premiums)DentalVision401(k)401(k) matchingEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountLife insurance - Company paidPaid time off (Holidays, vacation, sick, personal, birthday)Referral programTuition reimbursementBonus Incentives JOB CODE: S052026