Cost Accountant

Cost AccountantSalary : $75,000.-$ 92,000.00 + 12% 401 K + Quarterly BonusThis global family-owned company is currently seeking a Cost Accountant.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:BS Degree in Accounting or Related Field;Minimum Three (3) Years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing industry;Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;Experience with a fully integrated ERP (Microsoft Dynamics a plus),COGNOS Business Intelligence, Crystal Reports, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Preferable

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;
• Proficient level of numerical and analytical aptitude and problem solving techniques with ability to critically think and provide actionable timely solutions;
• Confident presentation skills with ability to articulate both verbally and in writing;
• Team working mindset with ability to collaborate with a multi-department team;
• High level of stress tolerance in a fast-paced environment with ability to organize and prioritize workload;
• Dependability to be consistently at work and on time with work schedule flexibility that will include intermittent travel
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Possess near vision, fine manipulation, multiple limb coordination, verbal interaction, and ability to sit for extended periods while performing essential job duties

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform monthly analysis of variances and implement corrective actions;
• Investigate cycle count variances and resolve issues;
• Validate cost of goods sold as part of the month end close;
• Perform reconciliation of the inventory sub ledger to the general ledger;
• Oversee and manage daily inventory control operations, including monitoring stock levels,transactions, and material movements;
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement;
• Direct and participate in cost analyses, rate studies and analyzing standard manufacturing costs;
• Direct and participate in all aspects of inventory management, including physical inventory and inventory reconciliations;
• Direct and participates in identifying weaknesses in existing internal controls and costing system processes that have a direct or indirect effect on inventory and costs and result in improved transactional integrity;
• Propose changes in these processes that will result in improved efficiency and financial reporting, transactional and data accuracy;
• Work with operations management to identify opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs;
• Work with plant operations to ensure the accuracy of standard cost systems;
• Identify key cost drivers that are relevant and will drive profitability; develop reports that are user friendly and communicate their relevance;
• Maintain and monitor the roof bit return program;
• Review production job data, investigate any discrepancies, and close out production jobs.