Cost Accountant

Leoforce; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Leoforce in Madisonville, KY is seeking a Cost Accountant with senior-level experience to oversee cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory control. You will manage the general ledger, perform variance analyses, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. Strong Excel skills and knowledge of cost accounting principles are essential.

The role requires collaboration across departments to improve processes and support strategic decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and GL management.
• Strong cost accounting principles and standards knowledge.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel.
• Excellent analytical and detail orientation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem-solving and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage all cost accounting procedures, including cost reports and audits.
• Maintain integrity of the cost accounting system with accurate data.
• Analyze process constraints, target costing, margin analysis and activity tracing.
• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting with finance for timely reporting.
• Manage general ledger and ensure reporting deadlines are met.
• Perform variance analysis and explain cost and margin variances.
• Oversee inventory valuation and minimize holding costs.
• Collaborate with departments to improve efficiency and meet objectives.
• Ensure compliance with cost accounting standards and regulations.
• Provide financial guidance to other departments for performance monitoring.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Inventory control

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree or CPA (advantage)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cost Accountant

Madisonville,KY, US

Experience

Senior Level

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000 per year

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of our cost accounting procedures, including the preparation and analysis of cost reports and costing audits.
• Develop and maintain the integrity of the cost accounting system, ensuring accurate and timely data capture.
• Conduct ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities.
• Coordinate with the finance team to complete budgeting and forecasting activities, providing accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Manage the general ledger, ensuring all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Conduct regular variance analysis, identifying, investigating, and explaining variances in costs and margins.
• Oversee inventory control, ensuring accurate inventory valuation and implementing strategies to minimize inventory holding costs.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and achieve company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of cost accounting standards and practices.
• Provide financial guidance and support to other departments, aiding in performance monitoring and decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or CPA certification will be considered an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, managing general ledger, variance analysis, and inventory control.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, procedures, and standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make sound financial decisions.

A bit about us

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Why join us?

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance