Cost Accountant - Manufacturing

Gruppo SKF; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF’s Falconer, NY site seeks a Manufacturing Cost Accountant to join the local finance team. You will analyze production costs, track manufacturing KPIs, and ensure data integrity across ERP interfaces.

Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in Accounting with 2–5 years in cost or general manufacturing accounting and proficient Excel/BI skills. Onsite role with possible weekend work and close collaboration with production teams.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting is required.
• 2 to 5 years of cost or general accounting experience in manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas) and BI tools.
• Willingness to learn ERP systems; experience with Infor XA, SAP, Ariba, Basware is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with ability to analyze data and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Daily reporting and tracking of Manufacturing KPI’s.
• Inventory reconciliations, monitoring, and reporting.
• Assist in collecting, tracking, and analyzing production costs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and standard cost processes as needed.
• Maintain organized documentation and support audit requests.
• Ensure integrity of system interfaces to the general ledger.
• Provide data analytics and reports using BI tools (Power BI, QlikView).
• Assist in meeting reporting deadlines and requirements.
• Support other factories as needed.

Skills

Cost accounting

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

Tools

Power BI

QlikView

Power Query

Job description

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Contract type: Permanent

Location: Falconer, NY, US

Manufacturing Cost Accountant

Salary Range: $ 77,000.00 to $ 87,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’reguided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’rea company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers inan equitableenvironment.

This position will be onsite and based in Falconer, NY and is part of local finance team. We are seeking an ambitious individual with a cost accounting background, will help analyze data, and have knowledge in integrated financial systems (Infor XA, SAP, Ariba, Basware, etc.), financial processes, and systems.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Daily reporting and tracking of Manufacturing KPI’s.
• Inventory reconciliations, monitoring, and reporting.
• Assist in collecting, tracking, and analyzing production costs.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and standard cost processes as needed.
• Maintain organized documentation and support both internal and external audit requests.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all system interfaces to the general ledger.
• Provide data analytics and reports utilizing various tools (Qlikview, Power BI, Power Query).
• Assist in meeting reporting deadlines and requirements.
• Support other Aerospace factories as needed.

Requirements:

• BA/BS in Accounting is Required.
• 2 to 5 years of Cost or General Accounting experience, and working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Comfortable spending time on factory floor understanding production processes and inventory flow.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products, specifically Excel (pivot tables and complex formulas), Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Willingness to learn accounting software and ERP systems, experience with integrated ERP packages is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to analyze data, to solve problems and provide solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize objectives, work independently and effectively with other team members and departments.
• Takes personal responsibility for objectives and performance.
• Ability to work occasionally weekends/holidays as required.

WhatYou’llLove About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation . Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration . SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-beingand health.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity,Equityand Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive,equitableenvironment that promotes leadership,engagementand innovation.

Best in Class Benefits . SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits includecompany paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future . Participate in our 401K programthat boasts a 10% employer contribution:100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus anadditional5% company contribution.

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.