Cost Accountant

Join a leading global provider of innovative metals and minerals used in products from green cement to biofuels and beer. Embrace an exciting industry that drives sustainability and cutting-edge solutions.

Role Overview: Reporting to the Cost Accounting Manager, the Cost Accountant will support manufacturing and distribution costs, partnering with Operations Leadership to optimize business performance across the US and Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and update costs to reflect changing conditions and material costs.
• Interpret variances from standard costs and production metrics.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses on product costs, inventory, raw materials, and energy consumption.
• Engage in cost accounting activities, including cost estimates, overhead absorption, inventory management, and month-end closing.
• Prepare schedules for internal and external auditors.
• Promote financial best practices and process improvements.
• Assist plant personnel in resolving accounting issues and enhancing reporting accuracy.
• Collaborate with various departments and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in manufacturing with standard costing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with financial accounting software (SAP preferred).
• Experience with month-end closing and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

For immediate consideration please send your resume to: cecilia.bjurstrom@tatum-us.com