Senior Cost Accountant

Simply Driven Executive Search; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Driven Executive Search in Indianapolis, Indiana seeks a Senior Cost Accountant to set up and maintain accurate cost information, uphold the perpetual inventory system, and support monthly financial close. The role emphasizes close collaboration with management on cost reports and inventory standards.

Responsibilities include monthly/quarterly close tasks, posting general ledger entries, analyzing financial data, and assisting auditors with internal controls testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial analysis.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and quarterly financial close tasks and ensure proper cut-off.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries.
• Analyze financial data and generate reports for management.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve reconciling items.
• Assist in analyzing overhead budgets and inventory standards.
• Support audits and internal controls testing.

Skills

US GAAP

Excel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for setting up and maintenance of accurate cost information, maintenance of perpetual inventory system, and monthly financial close.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform monthly and quarterly financial close tasks to ensure proper cut-off for assets, liabilities, and expenses.
• Prepare and post general ledger journal entries.
• Analyze financial data and generate financial reports for management.
• Analyze employee benefits to ensure liabilities are appropriately stated and prepare cost reports for management.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve reconciling items.
• Assist in analyzing overhead budget and establishing inventory standards.
• Provide analysis in support of global warranty liabilities, extended coverage liabilities and expenses to upper management.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures related to cost accounting activities.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors on financial audits and internal controls testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Business accounting major or equivalent required
• 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis and/or accounting
• Understanding of US GAAP Principles
• Experience with SAP or comparable ERP system
• Exceptional computer skills; expertise with Microsoft Excel