Cost Accountant I

Cost Accountant I

JOB DUTIES:   Analyze and report product, production and operational costs to identify cost-savings and cost reduction initiatives and opportunities. Analyze and monitor the cost structure of the plant including direct, indirect, labor, overhead and raw materials costs. Develop and maintain accurate product costing models to ensure the COGS is correctly recorded. Develop and maintain accurate product pricing models to ensure the customer pricing is accurate on all invoices and miscellaneous charges. Monitor and evaluate operational processes to ensure maximum production line and operational efficiency and cost effectiveness. Implement and maintain a cost control system to manage expenses, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization. Collaborate with production teams to develop and implement cost-effective solutions and resolve work order discrepancies. Calculate and maintain accurate product costs based on materials, labor, and overhead factors. Assess and update standard costs on a regular basis. Investigate and report on variances between standard and actual costs, identifying root causes, drafting change proposals and implementing change in a cross functional environment. Provide explanations for cost discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts related to manufacturing costs. Track actual performance against budgeted figures and provide explanations for variances. Monitor inventory levels, analyze slow-moving or obsolete items, and support inventory control efforts. Monitor inventory valuation reports to ensure inventory accuracy. Serve as the Accounting lead at physical inventory with daily guidance and support for the cycle count process. Daily interaction with the Sales department to develop new product pricing, maintain customer price lists in the Sage X3 ERP system. Routinely support Accounts Receivable with customer product pricing discrepancies. Lead the Purchasing team with materials pricing verification and audits. Assist in the annual financial audit including direct communication with external audit. Prepare and present cost-related reports to management and other stakeholders. Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities. Ensure adherence to accounting standards, regulations, and internal controls. Collaborate with auditors during internal and external audits. Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement in cost accounting and suggest enhancements. Capital budgeting, asset tracking, budgeting and reporting. Participate in ongoing process improvement projects and initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost management. Participation and assistance in all facets of the Fixed Asset / Capital expenditure program.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS:        Bachelor of Science degree in accounting or a related field with coursework to include: Cost Accounting, Forensic Accounting and Financial Auditing.

OTHER:         Work Site:  1250 Freeport Parkway, Coppell, TX 75019; 40 hours/week;