What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant ( Manufactuing ) position at Huff Consulting?
Seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join our team and support our financial operations. This role is essential in managing and analyzing costs related to our manufacturing processes, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and contributing to cost efficiency improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting and experience with ERP systems .
This is a full-time, permanent position with opportunities for career advancement within the company.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee and maintain cost accounting systems to ensure accurate tracking of manufacturing expenses.
- Assist in the implementation and optimization of ERP systems , ensuring accurate financial data integration.
- Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs , identifying variances and providing actionable insights to improve efficiency.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by preparing cost reports and reconciling accounts.
- Work closely with production and operations teams to understand cost drivers and develop strategies for cost reduction.
- Conduct inventory valuation and reconciliation , ensuring proper financial reporting.
- Develop and maintain cost accounting policies and procedures in alignment with industry best practices.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning , providing detailed cost analysis to support business decisions.
- Generate and present reports on cost trends, pricing analysis, and profit margins to management.
- Stay updated on changes in cost accounting regulations and best practices to maintain compliance.
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