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Brentwood Industries Inc
Corporate Cost Accountant
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What they do
A Cost Accountant analyzes the cost of company products or services, determines factors affecting costs, and makes recommendations for managing costs. Analyzes financial processes within a company or organization and develops internal cost reporting and accounting systems.
$90,288 / year median in Pennsylvania
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Corporate Cost Accountant - Reading, PA Hours are 8 am - 5 pm Monday through Friday Brentwood Industries is a leading provider of thermoformed plastic solutions worldwide. The corporate cost accountant is responsible for maintaining and reviewing cost accounting functions at Brentwood Industries. Working with cross-functional teams to support and provide cost analysis across all levels of the organization. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Essential Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Review product costing methodology to ensure manufacturing costs are accurately stated given current processes Perform routine audits of bills of manufacture to ensure product costs are accurate. Ensure monthly results accurately reflecting the business activities. Support monthly financial analysis, quarterly forecasts, and annual budget in accordance with corporate format and time requirements. Identify improvement opportunities and drive to completion. Actively participate with cross-functional teams Create and update internal cost accounting documentation Assist in the completion of special projects and reporting requirements.Ad Hoc Analysis and Projects Essential Skills:
EDUCATION and/orEXPERIENCE
Bachelor s degree in Finance or Accounting with 2+ years of cost accounting experience or equivalent. Experience working in a plant environment is a plusLANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, safety rules, and operational instructions. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of employees, managers, customers, and vendors.COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient skills using Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint.OTHER:
Must have familiarity with integrated ERP software applications. Syteline experienced preferred. Experience using PowerBI preferred Brentwood offers professional growth potential, pleasant work environment, and an excellent wage and benefits package including 401K w/employer match. Brentwood Industries, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. At Brentwood, we have a passion for both our products and our people. Our goal as an employer is to help you excel as an individual and as part of a team by providing you with a satisfying, motivating and stimulating work experience. The varied nature of the environment at Brentwood allows you to work alongside industry professionals on a wide range of projects, contributing your knowledge and strengths to develop innovative, market-driven solutions. To begin the application process, please complete all required fields below and click Apply to continue.Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Other Retirement and Savings