Cost Accountant- Manufacturing

If you are an accounting professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Chanhassen, MN location, we have a cost accounting position available working in a large global corporation providing accounting support for multiple manufacturing sites.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support month-end close processes, prepare and input journal entries, review and resolve account activity
• Prepare account reconciliations and reviews
• Prepare and communicate monthly analysis of manufacturing variances and recommend actions for improvement
• Partner with site operations to develop and review standards costs & product cost performance
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Support the annual physical inventory count and periodic cycle counts
• Assist in identifying and driving process improvement strategies
• Update process documentation including accounting policies and procedures

Who You Are:

You act with a clear sense of ownership. You scan the environment for new technical skills, knowledge, or capabilities that can benefit business or personal performance. You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geography. You model high standards of honesty and integrity. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or related field
• Minimum 2 years post college related accounting experience required
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• High level of integrity and accountability with results-orientation and a strong ability for prioritization
• Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (Manufacturing and Financials)
• Power BI experience is a plus

This is an in-office position with future opportunity of maximum one day a week from home assuming business needs are met.

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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