Inventory and Cost Accountant

Granges Americas; Huntingdon (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Training & certifications

Paid time off

Job summary

Gränges Americas Inc. is seeking an entry-level Cost Accountant to support inventory tracking, journalizing, and data accuracy for reroll and outside slitting processes in a manufacturing setting.

You will collaborate with Customer Service and other teams, perform month-end close tasks, review data collections, and help prepare finished goods roll forwards. A bachelor's degree and strong Excel skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Receive and track purchased reroll materials.
• Tie out purchased reroll at month end and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Record all in-transit reroll via journal entries.
• Monitor and record transactions for outside slitting.
• Prepare month-end journal entries for outside slitting.
• Review and correct West plant data collection for completeness and accuracy.
• Update Customer Specs and review Ship Tallies.
• Prepare Finished Goods Inventory Roll Forward at Month End.
• Provide support to Senior Cost Accountant daily and analyze variances.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: HRM - Huntingdon, TN 38344. Position Type: Full Time. Job Category: Accounting. Company

Gränges is a global leader in the rolling and recycling of aluminum, with a proud heritage of over 125 years located around the world. We are an aluminum company dedicated to creating lighter, smarter, and more sustainable aluminum products and solutions for the future. Our 3,500 employees across three continents are the foundation of our success. We are a global company with a local presence, fostering a culture where every employee's contribution is valued. Our core values—Committed, Action Oriented, and Sustainable—guide our work and define our company culture. We believe in empowering our people, trusting them to take responsibility, and fostering an open and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives lead to new ideas and solutions. Our materials are used in essential applications, including heat exchangers for cars, buildings and aerospace to specialty packaging, HVAC and many other niche markets. Our dedication to a sustainable future is not just a goal; it's a fundamental part of our mission, and we are looking for passionate individuals to help us build a better future together.

Do you like working in a fast-paced environment, where time flies by?

Do enjoy being part of a team?

Do you take pride in producing quality work?

BENEFITS START DAY ONE!

Health & Well-Being

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Spending Accounts, and Supplemental Health
• Company-paid disability and life insurance plus additional coverage options
• 24/7 Teladoc Access for urgent care and mental-health visits plus free diabetes coaching, musculoskeletal advice, and nutrition counseling
• Employee assistance program

Grow with Us

• 401(k) Savings Plan with generous company match
• Free 1-on-1 financial advice sessions with CAPTRUST advisors
• Company-provided uniforms and PPE for production positions
• Paid technical training and safety certifications
• Service Awards to celebrate every 5th Company anniversary

Family & Engagement

• Paid time off including company holidays and vacation (increases with seniority)
• Company-hosted employee and family events like cookouts, volunteer days, and holiday celebrations
• College scholarships for children of employees (earn $1,000-$2,500 annually)
• $20,000 infertility coverage (if enrolled in a company medical plan)

Note: This is a summary of the compensation and benefit programs available at Gränges Americas Inc. (the “Company”) and does not serve as a statement of eligibility. Official details and eligibility criteria are available in the Company’s official plan documents and/or policies. The Company reserves the right to amend or terminate the plan(s) or program(s) at any time. This summary shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between the Company and any employee or to be a consideration of or an inducement for the employment of any person. Eligible employees must complete all applicable enrollments within the required timeframes for coverage effective on date of hire.

Purpose

Entry level position performing inventory tracking duties and providing support for Senior Cost Accountant.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive and track purchased reroll
• Tie out purchased reroll at month end and ensure inventory is accurate
• Accrue via journal entry all in-transit reroll
• Monitor and record all transactions for outside slitting
• Collaborate with Customer Service to ensure FGT’s have been created for outside slit coils sent to customers
• Prepare journal entries at month end for outside slitting
• Review and correct West plant data collection for completeness and accuracy
• Update Customer Specs
• Review Ship Tally Detail Report
• Prepare Finished Goods Inventory Roll Forward at Month End
• Provide Support to Senior Cost Accountant on a daily basis
• Analyze & report on causes of physical inventory variances and improve processes to reduce variances
• Analyze and report on melt loss and scrap
• Work in a safe and healthy manner, adhering to all safety rules and practices.
• Represent the company’s core values of being committed, action oriented, and sustainable.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• Ability to coordinate and work cross-functionally
• Self-starter, detail oriented and able to work well without continual supervision

Gränges Americas is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.