Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant 2.5 2.5 out of 5 stars Mobile, AL 36615 Continental Aerospace Technologies Inc 16 reviews

Cost Accountant About Continental:

Continental Aerospace Technologies™ has been a leader in aviation innovation for more than 120 years, continually pushing the limits of general aviation and shaping the evolution of aircraft performance and reliability. Today, we are a global force with a full range of gasoline and Jet‑A engines, across three continents. Built on a legacy of engineering excellence, technological advancement, and a strong commitment to safety, Continental continues to deliver industry‑leading engine solutions while opening the door to exciting careers for those who want to help shape the future of flight. At Continental, you're not just joining an industry leading aviation company—you're joining a team that truly loves what we do. Our T.E.A.M. values—Transparency, Efficiency, Accountability, and Morality—which guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another. We're proud to foster an environment where every voice matters, every idea is valued, and every employee has room to grow. If you're driven by progress and passionate about shaping the future, Continental Aerospace Technologies™ offers a career path that lets you grow and make a difference. Description Ensure the appropriate accounting and transacting of inventory and inventory accounts. Maintain standards, monitor cycle counting program, support inventory reduction activities, support annual physical inventory, analyze excess and obsolete inventory, and makes recommendations for reductions. Work closely with personnel from Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, and Marketing as well as with the Finance staff. Analyze financial information to determine present and future financial performance. Identify trends and recommend improvements accordingly. Evaluate complex profit plans, operating records, and financial statements. Prepare cost-related studies, reports, forecasts, and analyses. Coordinate with all levels of the organization to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding financial plans, acquisition activity, new business planning, trended future requirements, government requirements, and operating forecasts. Research and prepare economic reports on subjects such as rate of return, depreciation, working capital requirements, investment opportunities, investment performance, and impact of governmental requirements. Develop the annual expense budgets, profit plans, monthly forecasts, and other corporate financial requirements. Maintain databases to support these tasks. Prepare journal entries with appropriate supporting documents to support the month-end closing process. Support mid-year/annual financial audits by providing detailed explanations & support for entries. Other duties may be assigned. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE B.S.

in Accounting and 3 or more years of experience; Master's degree and/or CPA preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

COMPUTER

Windows, MACOLA, Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle NetSuite Qualifications:

Microsoft Word-Some Knowledge Microsoft Excel-Some Knowledge Behaviors Preferred Functional Expert:

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Innovative:

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player:

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations Job Security:

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Work-Life Balance:

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter:

Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities:

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Goal Completion:

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Education Required BS or better in accounting or related field Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.