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Cost Accountant

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Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2025
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Salary $75,000 - $90,000 per year

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Why join us?


  • Comprehensive Benefits Offering
  • Generous PTO
  • 401(K)
  • Collaborative environment which fosters career advancement

Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement cost standards for materials and labor.
  • Prepare detailed reports, both periodically and as-needed, that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
  • Analyze production costs and recommend changes.
  • Work closely with the production team to understand and manage raw material and labor costs.
  • Coordinate physical inventory counts and perform cycle counts.
  • Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies.
  • Validate the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close.
  • Conduct ongoing process constraint analyses.
  • Report on breakeven points by products, work centers, and factories.
  • Report on periodic variances and their causes, focusing in particular on spending variances.
  • Analyze capital budgeting requests.
  • Perform cost accumulation tasks as a member of the target costing group.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required. A Master's degree or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant or similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, procedures, and legislation.
  • Proficiency in accounting software, databases, and MS Excel.
  • Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Proven knowledge of budgeting and forecasting.
  • Familiarity with financial statement preparation.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Ability to work well with a team and collaborate with various departments.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to delve deep into the financial workings of our organization and make a significant impact on our success. If you are a seasoned professional with a keen eye for detail, exceptional analytical abilities, and a passion for efficiency, we would love to hear from you.

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