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Cost Accountant/Accountant -

Job Description Pay:

Up to $85,000 annually

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, normal business hours Position Summary

• Support accounting operations through general ledger maintenance, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and production overhead.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost variance analysis.
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, and management to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Prepare journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with monthly and annual closing activities, with an emphasis on manufacturing costs.
• Prepare financial reports and cost analysis summaries for management.
• Support budget preparation, forecasting, and analysis of actual results against projections.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Monitor and analyze production, labor, material, and overhead expenses.
• Investigate purchase price variances and identify factors contributing to cost fluctuations.
• Maintain standard costs and evaluate differences between expected and actual expenses.
• Identify spending trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improved cost control.
• Assist with internal reviews and external audits by providing supporting documentation and analysis.
• Help develop and track financial performance metrics related to production costs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Required Knowledge and Skills
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting practices.
• Ability to analyze financial statements and explain balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including investigating discrepancies and identifying root causes.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-accounting personnel.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills when working with accounting, production, purchasing, and management. Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of cost accounting, manufacturing accounting, or related experience preferred. Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit at a desk, operate a computer, communicate, and participate in business discussions for extended periods.
• Occasional walking through production areas to gather operational and cost information.
• Ability to read detailed financial documents and review information on computer screens.
• Occasional lifting of office supplies or materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Work Environment
• Primarily office-based, with occasional visits to the manufacturing floor.
• Monday-Friday schedule during normal business hours.
• Regular use of computers and standard office equipment.
• Interaction with multiple departments to gather information and support financial operations. Compensation
• Annual salary of up to $85,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

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