Senior Cost Accountant

Location: Pine Bluff, AR - Onsite

Central Moloney has been a trailblazer in manufacturing distribution transformers and transformer components since 1949. Our ISO 9001-certified legacy is built on delivering top-notch products, on-time reliability, and pushing the boundaries of excellence. Join us in powering a future resonating withCentral Moloney's strength.

 Reporting to the Director of Cost Accounting North America, the ideal candidate will be a critical asset in terms of scaling the cost accounting function. This will include, reviewing production costing results to ensure proper accounting of quantities and costs. analyzing data and standard cost models, monitoring and maintaining standard and inventory costs in the systems, including developing, supporting and providing analysis for the standard cost and working closely with team members to develop and support the analysis of cost of goods, margins, purchase price and production variances and other associated operating costs.

You will have a diverse range of accountabilities and help drive our mission: Not to become the largest manufacturer of these products, but rather to set the highest standards for quality and customer service in our industry.

• Assists with the development and maintenance of a cost accounting structure, bill of materials and ensure master data impact product costs and inventory records is accurate

• Analyze production cost activity and identify standard costs variances monthly

• Support supply chain cost analysis including evaluation of fully loaded cost by product, distribution point, and customer

• Maintain the integrity of inventory records, establish procedures, and analyze complex transaction histories to reconcile discrepancies

• Lead month-end close processes for the Cost department, i.e., prepare monthly journal entries, ensure we are meeting close deadlines and required reporting

• Develop and improve processes around reporting within the department

• Reconcile monthly general ledger accounts including product inventory Raw, WIP and Finished Goods, supplies inventory, and shipping and handling costs in inventory

• Review and report on expected and actual costs for variances and provide explanations

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and analysis

• Prepare schedules for all cost accounting items related to quarterly and year-end audit

• Execute key inventory and cost of goods sold process controls and ensure documentation of those controls adhere to audit requirements

• Lead physical inventory planning and execution for US based locations

• ERP implementation assistance

• Job order management oversight for US based locations

• Assist in annual standard cost roll for all US based locations

• Drive costing and inventory process improvements

• Other duties and special projects as assigned

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and understanding of standard costing method
• Knowledge and an understanding of the budget planning process
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices (US GAAP)

Medical, Dental, Life, 401k, Vacation Pay

Please note & Review the following: This job is considered safety-sensitive because impairment by drugs or alcohol may constitute a threat to health or safety, and/or a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death.

Central Moloney is a tobacco-free facility. The use of tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and e-cigarettes/vapes) is not permitted on company property.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Central Moloney is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to creating a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all, and we believe that a variety of experiences and perspectives strengthens our team.

Recruitment Policy: No Third-Party Involvement
We value the interest of all job seekers; however, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies, staffing firms, or third-party recruiters. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement with Central Moloney will be considered the property of CMI. Central Moloney will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Where We Hire
Central Moloney is currently authorized to employ individuals (remote or on-site) only in the following states: Arkansas (AR), Florida (FL), Kansas (KS), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), and Wisconsin (WI).  We are set up to operate as an employer in these states only, which means we have established the necessary payroll, tax, and compliance requirements there. Candidates must physically reside in one of these states to be eligible for employment. Employment across state lines is not permitted (e.g., residing in Georgia while working at a Florida location).