Cost Accountant

Jobot; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Permanent Cost Accountant to join our Accounting and Finance team in Dixon, IL. The role focuses on analyzing manufacturing costs, reporting findings to management, and driving cost-reduction initiatives to improve profitability.

You will work closely with production and supply chain, implement cost standards, and support month-end close with rigorous internal controls. CPA/CMA preferred; 5+ years of cost accounting experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of proven cost accounting experience.
• Extensive knowledge of cost accounting principles, GL management, and cost reduction.
• Proficiency with MS Office and accounting software; familiarity with our system preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail; strong communication abilities.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the cost accounting system and practices.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare detailed reports for management.
• Audit general ledger for accuracy and integrity.
• Implement cost standards for materials and labor.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts.
• Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities across the organization.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain to gather data for cost analysis.
• Maintain internal control documentation and test controls.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly accounting reports for management.
• Conduct inventory reserve analysis quarterly and report to management.
• Assist in month-end close of the General Ledger.
• Perform analyses related to cost and profitability.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA certification preferred

Tools

Accounting software

GL management

Job description

Job details:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Nora Banoun

Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year

A bit about us

3rd generation manufacturer

Why join us

Opportunity to grow!

Job Details

Job Details:

We are currently seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Permanent Cost Accountant to join our dynamic Accounting and Finance team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our thriving organization's financial health by managing and optimizing our cost structures. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in analyzing manufacturing costs, providing detailed reports, and suggesting changes to enhance profitability. This role requires a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting, general ledger (GL) management, and cost reduction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing all aspects of our cost accounting system and practices.


• Analyzing and interpreting complex manufacturing costs and preparing detailed reports to be presented to management.


• Conducting regular audits to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger.


• Implementing cost standards for materials and labor.


• Assisting in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.


• Identifying and executing cost reduction opportunities across the organization.


• Collaborating with various departments, including production and supply chain, to gather necessary data for cost analysis.


• Maintaining internal control documentation and testing internal controls.


• Preparing monthly and quarterly accounting reports for submission to management.


• Conducting inventory reserve analysis on a quarterly basis and generating reports for management.


• Assisting in month end close of the General Ledger.


• Conducting research and performing analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, or similar role.


• Extensive knowledge of cost accounting principles and procedures.


• Proficiency in manufacturing accounting, GL, and cost reduction.


• Exceptional proficiency with MS Office and accounting software, preferably within our current system.


• Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• CPA or CMA certification preferred.

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