The Cost Accountant will support management with monthly production work order processing, cost allocations, inventory reconciliations, and standard costing report analysis. Are you looking to make a career change to a stable company? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and paid PTO.Does this position match your future career goals? Then this opportunity could be the right fit for you. Duties:
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Enters data related to inventory receipts
Perform costing
Monitor plants results vs budget, local cost metrics trends and all related activities
Maintain product standard costs
Developing and analyzing cost standards
Conduct cost analysis and provide recommendations for cost reduction and process improvement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cost control measures
Ensure compliance with accounting principles and company policies
Inventory cost analysis and Production KPI monitoring
Knowledge and experience with Standard Costing
Support in implementing a Standard Costing Management Information System
Calculate and distribute PPV (Purchase Price Variance) owed to or by customers monthly
Maintenance and analysis of work order performance and profitability
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA/CMA certificate or MBA a plus.
Experience in Cost Accounting
ERP experience
Working knowledge of production accounting software
Minimum 5 plus years of experience in cost accounting or related field
Experience with budgeting and account analysis
Manufacturing variance analysis
Familiarity with financial accounting principles and practices
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $105,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
North Chicago, IL 60064: Relocate before starting work (Required)