Manufacturing Cost Accountant — Budget & Analysis

AMETEK; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK is seeking a Staff Accountant in Whitsett, NC. This motivated individual will manage cost accounting, financial analysis, and reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate cost data, preparing financial reports, and auditing compliance controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, has at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing context, and is proficient in ERP systems like Oracle or SAP. Competitive salary ranges from $55,000 to $75,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update cost standard files.
• Book sales and inventory transactions accurately.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly plant inventories.
• Generate financial reports and perform variance analysis.
• Monitor plant activities for budget alignment.
• Audit internal controls and support external audit processes.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Budget monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AMETEK is seeking a Staff Accountant in Whitsett, NC. This motivated individual will manage cost accounting, financial analysis, and reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate cost data, preparing financial reports, and auditing compliance controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, has at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing context, and is proficient in ERP systems like Oracle or SAP. Competitive salary ranges from $55,000 to $75,000.