Cost Accountant

R.r. Donnelley & Sons; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 51,800 - 85,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Cost Accountant for a hybrid role, three days on site and two days remote. You will maintain general ledger accounts, prepare profit and loss, balance sheet statements, and perform cost analyses across divisions.

Responsibilities include monthly financials, journal entries, depreciation records, variance analysis, and assisting with operating budgets and special projects. Excellent communication and quick learning of software are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Problem-solving skills with proven solutions.
• Consistent timely and accurate outcomes with guidance.
• Ability to apply established processes with guidance for non-routine issues.
• Proficiency with Windows/Mac or other relevant tools.
• Ability to quickly learn specialized software as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial information using applicable support systems.
• Prepare journal entries, code invoices/vouchers, reconcile the balance sheet, and analyze variances.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records.
• Review and reconcile receivables and recommend accruals.
• Perform basic analyses of cost records to determine cost distribution across divisions.
• Classify labor, material, and overhead costs to compute unit costs of products or services.
• Analyze actual costs versus standard costs and prepare variance reports.
• Compile cost data for operating budget preparation.
• Prepare other reports and assist with special projects and analysis as requested by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Timely delivery

Communication skills

Learning new software

General computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Windows/Mac

Job description

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the customer journey. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune100, and 32,000 employees in 28 countries, RRD delivers a trusted portfolio of creative execution and world‑wide business process consulting designed to lower environmental impact.

Job Description

We are hiring a Cost Accountant for a hybrid position (three days on site, two days remotely). Under general supervision, the successful candidate will assist in maintaining general ledger accounts, conduct other accounting activities, record assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions, balance books periodically, and prepare profit and loss, income, and balance sheet statements. Responsibilities also include maintaining receipts and disbursement reports, planning, conducting, and participating in basic analysis of cost assignments, and preparing management reports that measure performance against key objectives and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly financial information using applicable support systems.
• Prepare journal entries, code invoices/vouchers, reconcile the balance sheet, and analyze variances.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation records.
• Review and reconcile receivables and recommend accruals.
• Perform basic analyses of cost records to determine cost distribution across divisions.
• Classify labor, material, and overhead costs to compute unit costs of products or services.
• Analyze actual costs versus standard costs and prepare variance reports.
• Compile cost data for operating budget preparation.
• Prepare other reports and assist with special projects and analysis as requested by supervisor.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to accounting or a functional role.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills with the ability to apply proven solutions.
• Consistent delivery of prescribed outcomes in a timely and accurate manner with guidance.
• Application of existing processes and procedures to solve problems, with guidance for non‑routine issues.
• Proficiency with general functional computer knowledge, including Microsoft Windows, Mac, or other relevant tools.
• Ability to quickly learn specialized software as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective communication with diverse groups of people.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $51,800 to $85,300 per year (may vary by location, education, experience, performance, and shift).
• Base salary plus potential bonus, commission, or incentive program.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages.
• Tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, employer/partner discounts.

All applicant information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.