Production Cost Accountant

Location:  Princeton Print Facility, Princeton MN

Role objectives

• Assisting in the standardization of printing plants across APG.
• Develop strategies to reduce costs and study product pricing to ensure the best possible return on investment for the company.
• Prepare budget reports for internal clients by collecting information and data points from various departments within the organization.
• Investigate discrepancies in financial records and perform month-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Conduct regular audits, interpret rules related to accounting practices and ensure compliance with the standard regulations in APG.

 Responsibilities

• Examine costs of production to determine the most efficient methods of production.
• Ensure accurate classification of expenses under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Research collective company material and service(s) costs to ensure the accuracy of the information in the company’s accounting system, and opportunity to negotiate pricing.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard prices to actual production costs.  Communicate best practices across APG plants.
• Participate in physical inventory counts to ensure the accuracy of inventory records.        Evaluate onsite inventory needs.
• Analyze quarterly internal allocations to other ECM regions and Central Regions for fix and variable cost assessment.
• Produce, articulate and review projections of cost for regional operations to aid in decision making process.
• Travel to APG locations up to 10%.

Required skills and qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or commerce with a specialization in accountancy.
• 3 years of experience in the accountancy field or an equivalent role.  Printing environment experience desired.
• Proficiency in general accounting software and well-acquainted with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Exceptional ability to think critically and make decisions based on data analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in discussing financial reports with company stakeholders.

 Preferred skills and qualifications

• Ability to turn data spreadsheets and analysis into a report that allows others to understand and develop execution strategies to move the organization forward.
• Relevant certifications like Cost Public Accountant (CPA) or Cost Management Accountant (CMA).
• Passion for numbers and competence in assessing larger datasets.
• Aptitude for mathematics, statistics, and various cost analysis techniques.
• Unswerving critical, analytical, and interpretation capabilities.
• Willingness to work in a team or individually, as required.

 Compensation:

DOE: $65,000 - $75,000

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.