Must Have Skills: 3+ years of cost accounting experience.
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Description:
Description:
Dynamic, strong growth organization is looking for a Cost Accountant/Cost Analyst with a focus on cost accounting analysis, compiling -analysis- and reporting information as it pertains to the plant accounting & cost accounting functions for one of their divisions. This is a highly visible position that will interact with the plant's, with corporate, and with the division's strategic leadership. Reports to the Plant Controller.
The Cost Accountant/Cost Analyst is responsible for analyzing the division's financial performance monthly by plant and by total division, preparing financial statements of the plant, analysis of the cost accounting function, budget results analysis and developing recommendations on process improvements. You will identify risk and opportunities. Analyzes variances from plan. Provides senior management with cost forecast & projections and performance reporting.
o Analyze the division's performance...by plant, by product, etc
o Analyze product costs, analyze variances in manufacturing metrics and results
o Responsible for monthly inventory on hand analysis
o Assists with annual budget process
o Creates Bills of Material from scratch ...develops and maintains internal controls
o Performs ad-hoc cost/financial analysis to facilitate strategic and tactical decision-making
o Summarize and report business results to leadership on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
o Maintain a system of Key Performance Indicators and drive business ownership for results
o Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all financial statements and systems
o Assists with the monthly fiscal closing process
o Oversee the preparation and review of financial and operational analysis
Requirements:
o Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
o MBA or CMA would be a plus...manufacturing industry experience required.
o Prefer 3+ years of experience in cost accounting, budgeting and plant accounting.
o Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities....experience with SAP is a plus.
o Proven standard cost accounting & financial analysis skills
o Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills
o ERP system experience preferred
o Proven analysis skills in plant accounting performance
This company has a high Quality-of-Life culture, a strong Fortune 500 level Benefit and Retirement plan, $65-75k base salary +Relocation.
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