Cost Accountant

Company: Jobot
Location: Breese
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Join growing Manufacturing Company creating outdoor lifestyle solutions for customers and retail partners around the Country!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Julia TomsAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per yearA bit about us:For over 50 years, we have developed shelter, storage and outdoor lifestyle solutions for our customers and retail partners. We serve a wide array of customers from dynamic retail partners to everyday consumers. Our brands are known for their affordability, durability and innovative engineering.Why join us?Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceJob DetailsWe are currently seeking to fill the position of Cost Accountant, reporting to the Plant Controller.The position is located in our Breese, IL plant facility, with oversight of all US manufacturing locations.Job Description:This position reports to the Plant Controller and functions as a business partner with plant management, production control, procurement, engineering, and related manufacturing activities. The position will be located at our largest facility in Breese, IL.Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Engineering Request Notices by updating and calculating prices and rolling costs
• Weekly management of cycle counts for all distribution centers, track, and coordinate
• Reconciling inventory perpetual to general ledger and reserve analysis
• Consignment inventory management and reconciliation
• Assist in the development of standard costs and bill of materials
• Assist operations in solving inventory issues as they arise
• Manage Construction In Progress, Fixed Assets, and depreciation reconciliation using SageSystem
  • Intercompany reconciliation (sales, production, expenses)
  • Perform various month end closing activities including, account analysis, preparation of journal entries and monthly account reconciliations
  • Provide weekly and monthly metrics around manufacturing variances, PPV, tariff, production variances, material usages and other related measures to facilitate month end reporting.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements and other ad hoc financial analysis and reporting relating to the Company's operations and manufacturing performance
  • Continuous improvement in processes and controls of inventory management
  • Assist in the evaluation and improvement of internal controls and ensuring the compliance with GAAP for the financial reporting process
  • Support the annual operating plan processes
  • Cash application for customer service orders
  • Additional ad hoc analysis or projects as requestedTechnical Qualifications
    • B.S. in Accounting or Business Administration
    • 3-5 years of hands on manufacturing accounting and financial reporting experience preferred
    • High level of proficiency in Excel spreadsheets, MS Office, and ERP systems required
    • Proficient knowledge of US-GAAP desired
    • Strong time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
    • Attention to detail
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English requiredCompetencies
      • Resilient and determined self-starter
      • Ability to garner collaborative relationships, professionally debate, and see things from different perspectives.
      • Exhibit an intellectual curiosity and learn quickly
      • Operates in an honest, ethical manner in all dealings; acts with integrity.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

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