Cost Accountant

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all activities related to Cost Accounting management and Inventory processes for a growing manufacturing business.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of standard costing concepts in a manufacturing environment, including analysis, research, and reporting of production variances.
• Perform annually labor and overhead studies to ensure appropriate standard costing rates.
• Lead periodic inventory counts (including year-end inventory) and work with operations personnel to implement cycle-counting processes to ensure reliability of ERP inventory reporting.
• Understand and execute ERP processes required for maintaining accuracy of inventory quantities and valuations.
• Assess current inventory and costing processes and develop improvement opportunities for closing control gaps and improving accuracy.
• Establish, maintain, and ensure adherence to company and accounting-related policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation for external auditors as needed.
• Manage project to develop annual standards.
• Develop and present cost savings ideas. Implement those approved by management.
• Other special projects assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant finance experience in manufacturing
• 2+ years Cost Accounting experience highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent discipline
• Experience with ERP administration and module implementation
• Strong BI experience for standard reporting
• Advanced Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel and Power BI
• Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting process, and business case evaluation
• Able to execute change strategies and bring change projects to successful completion
• Strong collaboration skills with ability to work with cross functional teams
• Demonstrates operational Finance knowledge and financial analysis skills with hands on knowledge of financial operations