What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant/Analyst position at Technical Solutions, Inc.?
Technical Solutions Inc. is currently seeking a Cost Accountant / Analyst on behalf of our client, a Pittsburgh area manufacturer. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to : -Assist in preparation of journal entries and completion of month-end close process-Upload of financial results and assist in upload of budgets and forecasts-Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and bank reconciliation-Inventory accounting including reporting, reconciliation, and cycle count administration-Cost accounting, and reporting / analysis on direct labor, purchase price variances, and work orders-Prepare and review Sales / Use tax returns-Fixed asset / Lease accounting and depreciation / amortization-Intercompany accounting and accruals-Other higher level accounting accruals and reconciliations-Prepare and maintain Internal Control documentation process-Assist in internal control audits and external audits-Collaboration with AP, AR, Sales, Manufacturing, and other departments on operational reporting and other projects as required-Provide support to Controller and Financial Analyst-Utilize Avante ERP System and Cognos Financial Reporting System-Examine and analyze financial data reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel-Work on special projects as requiredRequired skills and education : -Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related field-8 years of experience in accounting role in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to general ledger, inventory, costing, operational metrics, and financial analysis-Proficient knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel, skills in Microsoft Access a plus-Ability to work independently and to manage priorities and workflow in a fast-paced team environment-Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills-Must be detail oriented and be able to meet deadlines-Excellent verbal and written communication skillsTechnical Solutions Inc. provides a wide range of staffing services throughout Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Simplify the job search process by letting us do all the work! With 30 years of expertise, we have the resources, techniques and insights to guide your job search. Our staff will work with you one-on-one to understand your needs and discuss your options. We can even send your resume to multiple job openings that you are a fit for, giving you opportunities to choose from. We reach out to hiring managers for feedback, coordinate and schedule interviews, and advocate on your behalf so that you get the best offer possible. At TSI, we genuinely care about our employees and want to see you succeed. No candidate is ever promised something we do not deliver. The best part is that there are no fees or cost for any of our services. For more information on our company and to view all of our exciting job opportunities, please visit