Cost Accounting Analyst I

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

401K Retirement Savings

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation is seeking a Cost Accountant to support standard cost maintenance for labor and materials. You will analyze data to establish cost standards and explain variances, contribute to month-end closings, and prepare reports for management and auditors.

The role requires an Associate degree in Accounting (or related experience) with proficiency in Excel and SAP modules. Some travel to company locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (Accounting) or 6+ years of related experience with HS diploma/GED.
• Preferred: four-year college degree and working knowledge of cost accounting.
• Experience with Excel and SAP modules (Quote to Cash, Budget to Report).
• Ability to travel 0–5% and work in a manufacturing/office environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update standard costs for labor and materials.
• Analyze data to establish cost standards and explain variances.
• Support month-end closings and budget analyses for cost accounting.
• Prepare reports on inventory, variances, and cost of sales.
• Assist with general ledger reconciliations and intercompany activities.
• Contribute to special costing/pricing projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

SAP Quote to Cash

SAP Budget to Report

Job description

Company Description

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Location: New Bremen, OH, US, 45869

Company Description

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Duties

• Cost System Maintenance and Updates - Collect, maintain, and analyze data in order to assist in establishing standard cost for process labor and material. Analyze and summarize information and trends in order to establish and explain the differences when setting standards and preparing financial information. Evaluate the process rates and material cost information. Recommend systems changes to cost accounting system.
• Period-End Closings/Reporting and Budget Assistance - Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes for the Cost Accounting Department. Also assist in the establishment, maintenance and monitoring of annual material and process cost standards and budgets.
• Variance Management and Reporting - Coordinate the preparation and analyses of reports to track cost variances, inventory adjustments and other cost items such as scrap, shortage, and obsolete inventory. Complete budget to actual manufacturing expense analysis and prepare reports for monthly manufacturing review.
• Miscellaneous - Complete general ledger and intercompany reconciliations. Know the accounts receivable and accounts payable systems thoroughly in order to perform costing duties and provide departmental back-up support. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Reports - Prepare and analyze various inventory and cost of sales reports for Company management and auditors. Examples include information concerning price, scrap, audit adjustments, shortages, and manufacturing expenses. Assist users in understanding and using such reports.
• Special Projects - Work on special costing/pricing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Less than 2 years related experience
• Associate degree (Accounting)
  • Non-degree considered if 6+ years of related experience along with a high school diploma or GED
• Occasional travel (0-5%)
• Occasional overnight stays (0-5%)
• Job requires employee to drive a personal vehicle to conduct company business < 20% per week (8 hours) and/or travel locally between company locations during scheduled workday.
• Per 8-hour shift. Sit for 6 hours. Stand for 2 hours. Typical office environment (Low noise level, limited exposure hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, and vibrations.) Regular interaction with others and performs a degree of independent work. Infrequently up to 10 pounds. Physical and mental demands are akin to the majority of office positions with prolonged periods of sitting and prolonged use of a computer/keyboard. Infrequently lifting, walking, and climbing stairs. Occasional use of office equipment (copiers, printers, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• A four-year college degree.
• Working knowledge of Cost Accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• SAP Quote to Cash and SAP Budget to Report experience.

Work Authorization

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• and much more

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

Nearest Major Market: Lima

Nearest Secondary Market: Findlay

Job Segment: ERP, SAP, Forklift, Warehouse, Technology, Manufacturing