Description

JOB TITLE: COST ACCOUNTANT

Exempt Position

REPORTS TO: Controller

DEPARTMENT: Administration

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Cost Accountant role will support the Harrington Hoists Plants in costing related processes and projects. The primary function and purpose of this position is to maintain accurate inventory valuations and correct manufacturing product cost structures within JD Edwards. Additionally, this role will assist and improve month end close procedures, account reconciliations (balance sheet & income statement) and operational reporting.

The individual will be a critical team member responsible for developing and improving robust cost accounting processes and generating impactful analytics to help drive good decision making.

GENERAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods and services provided to determine effects on cost (profitability).

• Review, correct and maintain product costs, bills of materials and production routings within JD Edwards.

• Analyze actual manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.

• Generate COGS variance reports, analyze findings, and report findings to operational leadership teams.

• Lead annual standard cost development and roll process.

• Assist in establishing standard costs, labor and overhead rates and maintain them in JD Edwards.

• Review, analyze, and close production work orders.

• Prepare routine journal entries to facilitate accurate financial reporting and timely close processes.

• Develop, document and cement routine and repeatable accounting processes within the Plant. Develop standard operating procedures for all routine activities.

• Participate in periodic inventory observations and physical counts.

• Provide audit support.

• Perform special ad hoc projects or analytics as determined by management.

• Focus on process improvement in your area of responsibility.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Accounting or Finance fields of study.

• 3 to 5 years' experience with substantial cost accounting work is required.

• Experience working in a standard cost manufacturing accounting environment is desired.

• Experience working with JD Edwards ERP is preferred.

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

• Good oral and written communication.

• Good organizational skills to manage a wide array of deliverables and tasks.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The ability to sit or stand for 7+ hours per day.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English.

• Ability to work independently and as a team.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrate a positive and business-like attitude.

• Conduct all interaction with customers, representatives, co-workers and supervisors in a focused, positive, courteous and respectful manner.

• Regular attendance is an essential element of the job. Unplanned absences have the potential to impair the operation of the department and diminish effectiveness of the company.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It represents typical duties and criteria necessary to successfully fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Other duties may be required at the discretion of supervision of management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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