Cost Accountant

Primarily focused on inventory, this position will help ensure that the relevant corporate policy and internal controls / cost accounting roadmap is administered within the site, and will work with the site finance representative over inventory. Results, analysis, and actions will be communicated back to a diverse and multi-functional management team. This position will also assist in daily/weekly reporting activities, some month-end close functions, as well as forecasting/budgeting as needed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following actions:

• Maintain adequate inventory
• Analyze open/closed work order variances and follow up as required
• Review inventory scrap and other adjustments for accuracy
• Review invoice price variances and make adjustments as necessary
• Periodic product costing and product margin analysis
• Ad-hoc labor hours/dollar adjustments to WIP orders
• Perform the periodic settlements of production orders
• Support Operations team by providing results of Key Business Metrics
• Support Sales Team with cost estimates periodic product line margin analysis
• Support company controller in cost controls, financial analysis, and accounting procedures as needed
• Support Finance and Sarbanes-Oxley Audits as needed

Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred.

Minimum 2 years work experience in cost accounting/business analysis.

Past experience in manufacturing environment required.

Other Requirements:
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel, MSWord, MS PowerPoint

*Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

*Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail

*Proven skills in problem analysis and problem resolution

*Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

*High level of analytical competency and math skills demonstrated through professional accomplishments; demonstrated ability to effectively organize and interpret data.

*Must be proficient with excel, specifically: spread sheet management, pivot tables and V look up capabilities.

·*Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with shop floor supervision and support functions.

* Ability to handle multiple projects and daily activities.

*Must be organized, resourceful, self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or closely related field preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft office Products (PowerPoint/Word/Excel).
• Persistent commitment to continuous improvement

· Technical skills in account reconciliation, cost analysis and month-end close responsibilities a plus

• Excellent communication skills
• Is a high-performance team member and a strong team player
• Ability to work as required to meet deadlines

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.