Sr Cost Accountant

VAG USA, LLC.; Mars (PA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account

Résumé du poste

GA Industries, a brand of VAG USA, LLC, seeks a Senior Cost Accountant in Mars, PA. The role focuses on maintaining cost accounting accuracy for products, inventory valuation, standard costing, and cost analyses to support management decisions.

Daily AP processing and monthly closings are also involved, with emphasis on SAP and ERP systems. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Accounting/Finance and 3+ years of cost accounting in a manufacturing setting, strong Excel skills, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 3+ years of cost accounting/finance in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Maintain accurate cost accounting for products and inventory valuation.
• Set standard costs for manufactured products and analyze cost variances.
• Process AP invoices and perform GL reconciliations.
• Assist monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, and year-end audit prep.

Connaissances

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Excel proficient

SAP experience

Cost accounting

Manufacturing

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Outils

SAP

Description du poste

JOB TITLE: Senior Cost AccountantEMPLOYER: VAG USA, LLC | GA Industries brandDEPARTMENT: FinanceREPORTS TO: ControllerABOUT US:GA Industries, founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1895, is a leader in the manufacture of valves for industrial and municipal water and wastewater industries in North America. GA Industries is owned and operated by VAG USA, LLC in Mars, Pennsylvania, USA. VAG USA, LLC is a member of Georg Fischer headquartered in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.VAG USA, aka GA Industries, plays a leading role wherever water is purified, conveyed, stored, and distributed. With a robust and growing valve-focused product line, our innovative and customized solutions are used in multiple applications and industries. With a focus on the customer, we set new standards in quality and service and strive for manufacturing excellence.THE ROLE:We are seeking a Senior Cost Accountant who will be responsible for applying strong cost accounting knowledge in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles to keep company management informed with accurate product cost information used in decision making. Additional responsibilities include routine Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger functions and analyses performed on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.The ideal candidate will be able to successfully perform a variety of accounting functions while specializing in cost accounting.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for maintaining accurate Cost Accounting for products, inventory valuation and cost analyses.Understand the manufacturing process, cost inputs, and the flow of those costs through SAPSetting standard costs for manufactured products.Identify inconsistencies in product/material costing and propose solutionsMonthly analysis of manufacturing costs, variances, absorption, and profitabilityDaily processing of Accounts Payable invoices including GL account coding, reviewing for cost savings, and filing electronically.Monthly GL account reconciliations for accruals, prepaids, bank accounts, etc.Assist in the monthly closing function including journal entry preparation.Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process.Assist in preparing data for year-end financial audit.Performs other related duties as assigned by management.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree (BS) from four-year college or university, specializing in Accounting or Finance.3+ years of cost accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a low volume, highly engineered manufacturing environmentExperience in other areas of Accounting – AP, AR, GLExperience using an ERP system. SAP experience is preferredExpert Excel userStrong analytical skillsExperience working in a manufacturing environment is a plusSKILLS REQUIRED:LeadershipTeamworkExcellent communication skillsStrong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and multi-taskProficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.Ability to work in a fast-paced, data driven environment.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:Office-based position, Monday through Friday.Primarily works in an office environment within a manufacturing facility, with regular interaction on the production floor to support employees, managers, and business operations. Requires adherence to all company safety policies and the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering manufacturing or warehouse areas.Minimal travel may be required for meetings, conferences, or training sessions, up to 5%.Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS:Medical/Dental/Vision InsuranceShort-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountMatching 401K ProgramEQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: VAG USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.