Cost Accountant / Sr. Cost Accountant Position Available In Catoosa, Georgia

Cost Accountant / Sr. Cost Accountant 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Ringgold, GA 30736 Position Overview The Cost Accountant or Sr. Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of general ledger subsystems and manufacturing data. This role contributes to financial planning, including forecasting, budgeting, and profit margin analysis for financial reporting and decision-making. Essential Job Functions

• Maintain and update the standard cost system for manufactured products.
• Assist in overseeing manufacturing work order processes.
• Conduct reviews, corrections, and reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and analyze monthly gross profit reports and assist in providing strategic insights.
• Develop metrics for analyzing operating results.
• Maintain G/L accounts for inventory across multiple plants, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Assist in forecasting variance reserves and managing expenses, including variance analysis.
• Support the coordination of general ledger data throughout the financial system.
• Assist in preparing journal entries, schedules, and reports for financial analysis.
• Help develop forecasting models for gross profit and operational efficiency.
• Support audit preparations and the annual budget process.
• Participate in inter-company inventory management and reconciliation.
• Assist in managing manufacturing transactions for off-site facilities and contribute to financial insights.
• Support periodic physical inventory audits and reconciliations.
• Participate in special projects as needed, providing support to financial initiatives.
• Assist in preparing backlog reports and financial analyses for management.
• Help calculate and analyze the impact of monthly sales incentive payments on profitability. Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency with PC operations, Microsoft Excel, and ERP systems.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in manufacturing and standard cost accounting.

Job Type:

Full-time Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person