Senior Cost Accountant

Emerson is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join their Operations team in Aiken, South Carolina. This role focuses on providing accounting, reporting, and analysis to support inventory management, product cost/profitability, manufacturing productivity, and process efficiency.

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 excess & obsolete inventory and ensure appropriate handling
• Perform Month End closing processes and journal entries
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts including inventory monthly, quarterly, or annually as required
• Coordinate and oversee 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 a 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 in cost accounting or related role
• Demonstrated experience in computerized accounting systems and relevant computer technology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively in teams
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
• Domestic and international travel, up to 5%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Hyperion, Smartview, Crystal, BAAN, or Oracle

Skills

• Understands business drivers and how strategies impact market outcomes
• Knowledge of how businesses operate and generate revenue
• Ability to acquire and analyze data from multiple sources for problem-solving
• Understands key financial indicators and their implications

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee resource groups and recognition programs
• Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
• Flexible time off plans, including vacation and holiday leave

Pay

The salary range for this role is $73,600–$105,200 annually, commensurate with skills, experience, and capabilities.