Accountant- Cost

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops systems and procedures to accurately maintain accounting records and standard costs systems.  
• Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies.
• Partner with operations to understand cost drivers and improve margin visibility.
• Prepares necessary organizational budgeting reports, documentation for audits and support audit requests.
• Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance.
• Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions.
• Strengthen internal inventory controls and documentation processes.
• Lead and support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs.
• Supports accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software.
• Thorough understanding of accounting procedures.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• At least two years of experience in cost accounting preferred
• Manufacturing experience desired.