Senior Cost Accountant

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyse manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actuals.
• Manage, maintain, and enhance the cost accounting system.
• Collect and analyse data to determine costs of business activities such as raw materials, labor, and other standard related expenses.
• Participate/lead in physical inventories and report on results to the executive group.
• Absorb month-end closing by preparing journal entries related to various product lines and/or standard costs.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering to ensure costing and support new product development.
• Varying ad hoc reports as requested by local or executive management.
• Enhance standard cost reporting and variance analysis.

MUST HAVE

• BS in accounting/finance
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with cost accounting focus
• Demonstrate ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Be a self-starter
• Effectively interact and communicate across multiple functions within the organization
• Experience with Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office products
• Strong communication (oral and written) and relationship building skills