Senior Cost Accountant

Job DescriptionJob Description Senior Accountant Benefits Offered 401K, Dental, Life, Medical, Vision, Disability Employment Type Full-Time Why Work Here? "We offer a competitive compensation package and great benefits." Summary/Objective This position is responsible for completing data entry, preparing computations, analyses and reports relating to fiscal management systems within the company. Duties involve a large variety of accounting functions and reports. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Cost Accounting - Check all data on labor and material costs, manufacturing expense items, inventory, work-in-progress and finished goods for accuracy and agreement to standard procedures and sub-ledgers. Investigate and determine cause of cost variations. Assist with physical count of stock and oversee the reporting and adjustment process to ensure that internal controls are followed Financial Analysis, preparing reports and recommendations for management. Analyze past and present financial records to forecast future financial position and budgetary requirements. Prepare and review worksheets for reconciling & closing the general ledger. Post journal entries as needed for reconciling and correcting general ledger accounts along with other month-end closing activities Prepare Financial Reports to include consolidating reports to Headquarters and statistical reports at required intervals. Monitor and evaluate transactions for compliance with prescribed company procedures and sound accounting practices. Participate in Fixed Asset Acquisition Planning, Safeguarding and Management, Depreciation and Disposal. Support VP Finance by preparing data to complete quarterly and annual income tax calculations, annual Transfer Pricing Report, and Annual Budget and rolling forecasts. Review and/or perform Accounts Payable, Receivable and Banking Transactions. Perform credit checks on potential customer(s), evaluate results and create customer account with respective terms. Prepare customer reminders and follow up on collections, if necessary. Vet prospective vendor documentation, verify required information and create vendor account. Compile data for quarterly sales/use tax and prepare returns. Competencies Ethical Conduct Detail Oriented Independent/Self-starter Financial Aptitude Problem Solving/Analysis Collaboration & Communication Skills Work Environment This position primarily operates in a clerical, office setting. The performance of this position will however require exposure to manufacturing areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and/or protective footwear. Physical Demands This is a largely sedentary role, however, this role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners and filing cabinets. This position will require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and walk or stand as necessary. Walking, standing, bending, and lifting in manufacturing areas will also be required as necessary. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Additional work time will be required, as deemed necessary by management, but particularly during month, quarter and year-end close. Travel Occasional travel may be required. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting Five (5) years manufacturing / cost accounting experience Proficiency with ERP Software, Consolidation Reporting, Microsoft Office; emphasis on Excel Solid grasp of International Financial Reporting Standards and Standard Internal Control Procedures Preferred Education and Experience Proficiency in Microsoft Navision a plus International Business background and multicultural environment exposure helpful EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.