What are the responsibilities and job description for the CWI - MICHIGAN CITY COST ACCOUNTANT position at Central Wire?
Job Title: Cost Accountant
Department: Finance
Reports to: Controller
Location: Michigan City, IN
General Purpose of the Position:
To provide financial reporting, costing and financial services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate financial information and reports.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning, studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor
Analyzing data collected and recording and interpreting results
Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost
Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing actual production costs and recommending changes
Recording cost information for use in controlling expenditures
Analyzing audits of costs and preparing reports
Making estimates of new and proposed product costs
Providing management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
Maintaining Cost Accounting System
Assisting in Month end close of the General Ledger
Manages physical inventories and monitors cycle count program
Reconciles finished goods, WIP and raw material inventories
Coordinate with departments and compile and review all financial information and prepare special reports and perform appropriate research
Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements:
High school diploma, or equivalent required
College diploma in a related field required
Must have a strong Cost systems background and have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles.
Computer Literate – Strong Excel skills and the ability to use Outlook and Word
Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of cost standards
Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience a plus.
Competencies:
Attention to detail and accuracy
Data entry skills
Interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
Organizational skills
Information management
Problem-solving skills
Decision-making skills
Stress tolerance
Tenacious
Negotiation skills
Conflict management skills
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Frequent sitting, occasional standing and walking.
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
Overtime may be required.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000