Cost Accountant

WHO WE ARE:

Welcome to F&P Georgia! We are a world class, tier one automotive supplier with a global presence in the suspension component market. Our goal is to produce high quality parts, at competitive pricing and deliver them when and where the customer requires, without fail.

JOB TITLE:

Cost Accountant

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Performs general accounting work to include the review and processing of financial accounting documents. Ensures plantwide compliance with accounting and purchasing policies. May assist in the analysis and interpretation of accounting records for use by management. Preparation of financial and operating reports including adjusting and closing entries. Will work in developing capacities of other accounting staff in a range of accounting work assignments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare monthly cost of sales and other closing entries.
• Perform monthly review of costing tables.
• Assist in maintaining closing schedules and reporting deadlines.
• Assist in the analysis of weekly and monthly actual vs. standard variances with managers.
• Provide support for forecast and budgeting.
• Collect, compile, analyze and interpret statistical and financial data for special reports.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly FTECH reports.
• Maintain pricing discrepancy data for accrual purposes for all raw material vendors.
• Raw material accounts payable processing, including intercompany and HSP.
• Apply principles of accounting to conduct studies which provide detailed cost information not supplied by general accounting reports and systems.
• Demonstrate continued efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality external and internal customer service.
• Assist with the physical inventory audit and reconciliation process.
• Sox audit support functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree in business administration, finance or accounting
• 3-5 years relevant accounting experience; preferred 1-2 years in a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge and experience in automated (ERP) as well as manual accounting systems.
• Spreadsheet software (ex: Excel) skills to quantify and illustrate routine financial reports, comparisons, impacts and/or projections. Intermediate to Advance level experience required.
• Knowledge of basic finance, accounting and budgeting procedures, as well as, generally accepted accounting practices (G.A.A.P)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately with numerical detail under pressure and strict guidelines.
• Ability to handle a large volume of data and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand , interpret and explain department/plant policies and procedures.
• Ability to work under limited supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and sound independent judgement.
• Shows strong interpersonal and organizational skills and willingness to learn and to share knowledge.
• Ideal candidate will be comfortable in a actively changing environment where new systems and process are being implemented.

MISSION STATEMENT:

F&P Georgia (FPG) is committed to excel in the world's automotive suspension component market and to be recognized as the # 1 supplier in the industry. This goal can be accomplished by providing our customers with unrivaled customer service for the highest quality automotive components manufactured in a cost-effective manner.

These objectives are only obtained by creating a culture and environment, which is supportive of this goal and with associates who share a common vision for the accomplishment of this mission. To provide this spirit of camaraderie, the following statements will set the direction of operation at FPG.

We will conduct our affairs on the foundations and principles of mutual respect.

We will refuse to accept status quo. Our mode of conduct will be Think, Act and Evolve.

We will face adversity with a spirit of challenge.

We will maintain flexibility to allow us to make decisions quickly and to respond to change.

We will be good corporate citizens and add value to the environment and the communities in which we live and work.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person