Cost Accountant

H. T. PROF Group; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO plan

Voluntary 401k plan with 12% match

Free telemedicine services

Wellness credit up to $750

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is looking for a Cost Accountant in Charleston, WV. The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Accounting and have at least 3 years of cost accounting experience in the manufacturing sector.

Responsibilities include performing monthly variance analyses, managing inventory control operations, and validating costs during month-end close.

The position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum Three years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Ability to critically think and provide actionable timely solutions.
• Experience with fully integrated ERP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly analysis of variances and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate cycle count variances and resolve issues.
• Validate cost of goods sold as part of month-end close.
• Oversee daily inventory control operations.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction.
• Propose changes in processes for improved efficiency.

Skills

Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods

Proficient level of numerical and analytical aptitude

Presentation skills

Collaboration with multi-department team

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

BS Degree in Accounting or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

COGNOS Business Intelligence

Crystal Reports

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary : $75,000.-$ 90,000.00 + 12% 401 K + Quarterly Bonus

This global family-owned company is currently seeking a Cost Accountant.

Education / Experience

• BS Degree in Accounting or Related Field;
• Minimum Three (3) Years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing industry;
• Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;
• Experience with a fully integrated ERP (Microsoft Dynamics a plus),
• COGNOS Business Intelligence, Crystal Reports, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Preferable

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;
• Proficient level of numerical and analytical aptitude and problem solving techniques with ability to critically think and provide actionable timely solutions;
• Confident presentation skills with ability to articulate both verbally and in writing;
• Team working mindset with ability to collaborate with a multi-department team;
• High level of stress tolerance in a fast-paced environment with ability to organize and prioritize workload;
• Dependability to be consistently at work and on time with work schedule flexibility that will include intermittent travel
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
• Possess near vision, fine manipulation, multiple limb coordination, verbal interaction, and ability to sit for extended periods while performing essential job duties

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly analysis of variances and implement corrective actions;
• Investigate cycle count variances and resolve issues;
• Validate cost of goods sold as part of the month end close;
• Perform reconciliation of the inventory sub ledger to the general ledger;
• Oversee and manage daily inventory control operations, including monitoring stock levels, transactions, and material movements;
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement;
• Direct and participate in cost analyses, rate studies and analyzing standard manufacturing costs;
• Direct and participate in all aspects of inventory management, including physical inventory and inventory reconciliations;
• Direct and participates in identifying weaknesses in existing internal controls and costing system processes that have a direct or indirect effect on inventory and costs and result in improved transactional integrity;
• Propose changes in these processes that will result in improved efficiency and financial reporting, transactional and data accuracy;
• Work with operations management to identify opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs;
• Work with plant operations to ensure the accuracy of standard cost systems;
• Identify key cost drivers that are relevant and will drive profitability; develop reports that are user friendly and communicate their relevance;
• Maintain and monitor the roof bit return program;
• Review production job data, investigate any discrepancies, and close out production jobs.

*Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; free concierge primary care; voluntary 401k plan currently matching up to 12%; voluntary dental and vision plans; free telemedicine services; basic life, long and short term disability coverage.