What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant position at Elevate Textiles?
Elevate Textiles is a leading global manufacturer of fabric and thread solutions focused on innovation, sustainability and quality craftsmanship. The Elevate portfolio of brands includes American & Efird (A&E), Burlington, Cone Denim, Gütermann and Safety Components. Elevate Textiles is committed to delivering solutions that protect and enhance our lives through its global manufacturing platform that includes 29 facilities and approximately 15,000 employees.
Position Overview
Elevate Textiles is looking for a Cost Accountant to join its Finance & Accounting team to provide Cost Accounting support and services to the Burlington, Cone Denim and Safety Component brands. Based out of Greensboro NC, the position reports to the Cost Accounting Manager.
Job responsibilities include:
- Perform varied cost analysis and accounting tasks requiring an understanding of concepts, procedures, and use of cost analysis and accounting knowledge.
- Prepare & analyze weekly, monthly and period ending cost audits, to include preparation of variance statements to management.
- Provide cost sheets and estimates to product development and merchandising on a timely turnaround basis. Ability to answer inquiries and provide “what if” adjustments on cost sheets and estimates.
- Maintain up-to-date information to develop the most accurate cost projections.
- Assist as needed in the preparation & analysis of monthly, quarterly, and year-end valuations of inventories.
- Assist in coordination of cost activities with plants and other staff departments.
- Assist in development of new or added mfg. costs by using research and analysis where necessary.
- Provide suggestions for computer applications and assist in implementation of systems.
- Perform any other special tasks upon request that require understanding of cost concepts, procedures, and cost accounting knowledge.
Job Requirements include:
- Four-year degree or equivalent cost/financial experience.
- Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Excellent PC skills in Excel, Word and Powerpoint. Good organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively / both verbally & written.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision.
- Cost experience in textile industry, preferred.
- Experience with CODA, OneStream, Porini and Impact 3C systems, preferred.
