Manufacturing Cost Accountant firstPRO Inc. - 3.7 Pennsauken, NJ Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $75,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Sage Microsoft Outlook Accounting systems implementation Cost control Manufacturing facility experience Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Purchasing Manufacturing company experience Excel data analysis Database software proficiency Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Cost Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role is pivotal in analyzing and managing manufacturing costs, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive expertise in cost accounting, financial analysis, and manufacturing industry practices. They will be responsible for maintaining precise cost data, conducting variance analysis, and collaborating across departments to optimize cost efficiency. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals committed to advancing their career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Cost & Inventory Duties Oversee inventory accounting across production facilities, e-commerce, and warehouses. Perform cycle counts regularly to ensure inventory is maintained properly Assist with any physical inventory planned with the company. Maintain and improve standard costing models, product cost analyses, and landed cost calculations. Reconcile inventory, ensuring accuracy across all business units. Strengthen cost accounting for manufactured and processed goods, including yield and waste tracking. Daily Duties Work with the Finance team to enter/review Production Orders. Create Purchase Orders for inventory based on Sales Order Planning Reports. Review Inventory reports for items remaining on Delivery Vehicles from the prior day. Assist the Accounts Receivable/Sales team on items needed for Sales orders. Month-end process Assist in counting key inventory items and reviewing vs. the ERP system. Reviewing Inventory reports vs G/L balance for variances, including J/E preparations. Assist the Controller on any ad-hoc reporting or projects to improve efficiency Review Sales Reports for any Gross Profit anomalies.

Requirements:

Systems, Processes & Technology Experience with Inventory Control in a manufacturing setting, SAGE ERP experience a PLUS, and Intermediate to advanced in Excel (proficient with Pivot tables, Vlookup, etc.) Proficient with other Office products, including Word, Outlook, and Access. Assist with future ERP implementation from SAGE.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person