Cost Accounting Lead – Manufacturing & Financial Analysis

AMETEK Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support cost accounting and financial analysis within our manufacturing operations in the United States. You will help optimize budgets, improve cost efficiency, and ensure accurate reporting.

Key tasks include maintaining cost systems, recording transactions, reconciling inventories, preparing journal entries, and providing variance analyses. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of cost accounting or financial analysis in manufacturing.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP, HFM or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Ability to use AI tools to boost productivity and decision making.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills recommended.

Responsibilities

• Cost system setup and maintenance with cross-functional collaboration.
• Book sales, intercompany transfers, labor and inventory entries; prepare journal entries.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly inventories and general ledger entries.
• Generate financial reports and perform variance analysis.
• Monitor budgets and advise on cost optimization and process improvements.
• Support SOX compliance and internal controls.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Manufacturing knowledge

Data analysis

ERP systems

AI tools usage

Excel advanced

Communication skills

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

Job description

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to support cost accounting and financial analysis within our manufacturing operations in the United States. You will help optimize budgets, improve cost efficiency, and ensure accurate reporting.

Key tasks include maintaining cost systems, recording transactions, reconciling inventories, preparing journal entries, and providing variance analyses. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel is valued.