Senior Cost Accountant

About the role

We are looking to hire a Senior Cost Accountant to be based in Aiken, South Carolina. Come join a great team in Operations and work together to achieve optimal performance by providing accounting, reporting and analysis to support company objectives and improvements for inventory management, product cost/ profitability, manufacturing productivity and overall process efficiency across our site.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the company's cost systems for all domestic locations
• Roll and verify standard / current costs for all products
• Review Bill of Material (BOM) and coordinate with plants and departments
• Review and analyze absorption (Material, Labor, Overhead) P&L impact
• Compile Productivity and Efficiency reports for operations and management
• Prepare and analyze, as necessary, excess & obsolete inventory and assures appropriate handling
• Perform Month End closing processes and journal entries
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts including inventory monthly, quarterly, or annually as required
• Coverage of physical inventories, including reconciliation and recording
• Complete and analyze Gross Profit and Product mix reports for management
• Maintain the company's transfer pricing files and complete transfer pricing study documents
• Complete various inventory reports on monthly basis and other reports as required
• Review departmental budget and spend
• Assist in the company’s various Product Line moves and projects
• Oversee Cost Accountants role

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance or related field
• 3+ years’ of experience
• Demonstrated experience in computerized accounting systems and knowledge of relevant computer technology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams
• Domestic and international travel, 5%
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Hyperion, Smartview, Crystal, BAAN and Oracle experience a plus

Benefits

Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe inclusive teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $73,600-105,200 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

Schedule

Not specified