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Senior Cost Accountant (289851)
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$77,603 / year median in Pennsylvania
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Cost Accountant (289851) at Precision Recruiting Solutions Group® (PRSG®) Senior Cost Accountant (289851) at Precision Recruiting Solutions Group® (PRSG®) in CALLERY, Pennsylvania Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time
Position Type:
Direct Hire Workplace Type:
On-Site
RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and cost accounting records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Develop and maintain standard costs for manufactured products. Analyze monthly manufacturing costs, variances, overhead absorption, and purchase price variances (PPV) to support operational and financial decision-making. Process accounts payable invoices, including coding, review, and electronic record maintenance while identifying cost-saving opportunities. Process customer invoices, apply cash receipts, and support accounts receivable activities to help achieve Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) targets. Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations, including accruals, prepaids, and bank accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and financial reporting. Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process. Prepare financial schedules and supporting documentation for external audits. Perform financial analyses and provide accurate reporting to support management decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and internal controls. Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger accounting. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory accounting, and manufacturing cost analysis. Experience working with ERP systems; SAP experience preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel - pivot tables and VLOOKUPs. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to occasionally travel (less than 10%), including overnight travel for training or supplier visits, may be required.