Position Summary:
The Cost Accountant is responsible for overseeing, analyzing, and validating cost expenditures and reduction initiatives within the plant. Review manufacturing process activities: record and validate data; make recommendations about cost-efficient and financially feasible cost options.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Standard cost, calculation and analysis
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Inventory control (Annual physical inventory and Cycle counts)
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General accounting
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Fixed asset and depreciation control
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Profitability analysis
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CI/process to drive continuous improvement projects
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Prepare and complete internal and external audits
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Experience on (SAP/ERP) system
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Plant performance leading indicators
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Burden rates preparations
Education and Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience; CPA or MBA preferred
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3+ years of cost accounting work experience (essential)
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Knowledge of SAP
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Knowledgeable on statistics
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Meet key competencies for the job
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Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
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Meticulous attention to detail with strong organizational skills
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Ability to meet strict deadlines
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Ability to understand the manufacturing process
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Excellent report-writing, communication and IT skills
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Good understanding of costing principles and systems
Languages:
Cooper Standard is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note that Cooper Standard maintains a list of preferred recruiting agencies and only members of our Talent Acquisition Department have the authority to engage and authorize recruiting services. We also do not seek or accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Cooper Standard will be considered unencumbered and free from any charge whatsoever.