CWI - MICHIGAN CITY COST ACCOUNTANT

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With 13 locations in three countries, 800 employees, and over 60 years of excellence, the Central Wire (CWI) Group of Companies is a world-class manufacturer. As the only fully integrated maker of wire, rope and assemblies, our solutions are found in aerospace, defense, med tech, and heavy industry applications around the globe— in large part because of the people behind our products.

Do you have a strong work ethic? Take pride in a job well done? Are you passionate about contributing to individual and team, company and customer successes? If you’re interested in joining a dynamic work environment that offers opportunities to reach your full potential, we want to hear from you.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Shift: 8-hour shift
Work Location: In person

Central Wire Group of Companies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and

affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate

based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age,

veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics

protected by law.

Central Wire Group of Companies is a Drug-free workplace and pre-employment drug tests and background checks are required.