Cost Accountant

Leading international manufacturer of tools and tooling components for the metal stamping industries has an immediate opening for a Cost Accountant.
The position is hands-on, reports to the Controller and presents the opportunity for advancement within the organization.
Cost Accountant Responsibilities: · Prepares monthly manufacturing accounting entries.
· Reviews cost and variance trends; researching significant variations and recommending appropriate response.
· Prepares operating performance analysis; including inventory movements, sales, and cost of goods sold, to identify significant issues in a timely fashion.
· Performs monthly inventory valuation and reconciliation of cost ledgers.
· Establishes labor and overhead rates.
· Performs annual cost roll and inventory revaluation as necessary.
Works with purchasing and operations management to enhance accuracy of cost components.
· Reports financial results on a regular basis and creates ad-hoc reports when needed · Assists with the annual budget and monthly forecasts · Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, as well as 1-3 years of manufacturing experience.
Additional Competencies would include but not limited to: · Standard Cost Accounting · U.
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GAAP Proficiency · Familiarity with ERP and Financial Reporting Systems · High Proficiency with MS Office products · Strong Written and Verbal Communication skills Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person