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Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Senior Cost Accounting Analyst Hybrid Remote
Location : Sheldon, Iowa
Salary : $80-90K
About the Role :
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Cost Accounting Analyst in a role that offers the perfect blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be at the heart of our financial operations, playing a key role in driving cost efficiency and accuracy across our manufacturing processes. If you're passionate about cost accounting, enjoy problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position is for you.
Why Join Us?
Hybrid Flexibility : Enjoy the balance of 3 days in our Lancaster office, and 2 days working from the comfort of your home.
Growth Opportunities : Be part of a growing company with ample opportunities for career advancement.
Impactful Work : Your insights and analyses will directly influence our operational efficiency and profitability.
Key Responsibilities :
Oversee and manage plant inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with corporate accounting operations.
Partner with Operations and Purchasing teams to set and analyze standard costs, influencing decision-making at the highest levels.
Execute detailed cost-volume-profit (CVP) analyses to guide strategic business decisions.
Lead the calculation and analysis of resin-related rebates and credits, providing monthly usage insights.
Perform thorough inventory reconciliations, valuations, and maintain inventory reserves.
Spearhead initiatives to optimize processes, reduce costs, and maximize profit margins.
Own the capitalized variance calculation and intercompany margin elimination processes.
Lead the annual physical inventory, develop and implement a robust cycle count process, and report on inventory adjustments.
Ensure accuracy in item master data, focusing on consistency in critical fields.
Conduct in-depth pricing and margin reviews to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor inventory transactions, proactively addressing errors in unit of measure, costing, and transaction types.
Play a critical role in business acquisitions, focusing on standard costs, bill of materials, and routings integration.
Review purchase price variances (PPV) and collaborate with departments to resolve valuation issues.
Manage month-end close duties, including accrual calculations, overhead burden rate assessments, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliations.
Develop gross margin reports to identify and correct item costing deficiencies, ensuring accurate inventory valuations.
Support annual financial and interim audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting.
Assist in the implementation and monitoring of internal controls, ensuring they meet company and regulatory standards.
Participate in system enhancements and integration projects across the organization.
Respond to internal and external stakeholder inquiries, providing detailed financial data and ad hoc reports.
Maintain the highest standards of privacy, confidentiality, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws and company policies.
What You Bring :
Education & Experience : Bachelors degree in Accounting with 3 years of progressive experience in general ledger, reporting, costing, or public accounting.
Technical Expertise : Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ERP systems; advanced understanding of standard costs in a manufacturing environment.
Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
Interpersonal Skills : Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset, able to work effectively across departments.
Independence & Initiative : Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Problem-Solving : Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills, always seeking to improve processes and outcomes.
Language Skills : Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today and take the next step in your accounting career with a company that values innovation, integrity, and growth.
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