Cost Accountant - Manufacturing

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Job Title: Cost Accountant n

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Department: Accounting and Finance n

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Reports to: Controller n

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FLSA Status: Exempt n

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Job Summary n

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The Cost Accountant is responsible for supporting the integrity and accuracy of the companys cost naccounting processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maintaining nstandard costs, analyzing production and purchasing variances, supporting inventory accuracy, and ncontributing to financial reporting and operational decision-making. n

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The Cost Accountant works cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to nensure accurate product costing, identify opportunities for cost improvement, and support efficient nmanufacturing processes. This position plays a key role in monthly close activities, inventory nmanagement, and continuous improvement initiatives to support overall profitability and operational nperformance. n

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities n

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Cost Accounting & Analysis n

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Maintain and review standard costs within the Oracle ERP system, ensuring accuracy and nalignment with current production processes n

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Analyze production, labor, and purchase price variances; identify trends and provide nactionable insights n

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Assist in preparing and analyzing monthly Gross Margin reports n

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Support cost analysis for new products, process changes, and manufacturing improvements n

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Partner with Engineering and Operations to understand cost drivers and improve cost naccuracy n

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Inventory & Manufacturing Support n

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Assist with planning and execution of annual physical inventory and ongoing cycle counts n

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Analyze inventory variances and research root causes n

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Support accurate inventory valuation and cost roll-ups n

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Work with Supply Chain and Production teams to ensure alignment between inventory, ncosting, and production data n

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Financial Reporting & Close Process n

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Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities n

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Support journal entries and assist with account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet naccounts n

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Provide analysis and explanations of cost-related variances for financial reporting

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n Assist in maintaining accurate and timely financial data for management reporting n

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Budgeting & Forecasting Support n

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Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, including cost modeling and historical nanalysis n

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Analyze cost trends and provide insights to support forecasting and planning n

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Support ongoing financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities n

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Systems, Documentation & Continuous Improvement n

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Utilize Oracle ERP and Microsoft Excel to manage cost data and reporting n

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Maintain organized and accurate cost accounting documentation n

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Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies. n

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Identify opportunities for process improvements in costing, reporting, and inventory nmanagement n

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Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests from management n

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Desired Qualifications n

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Bachelors or Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; or equivalent nexperience n

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35 years of experience in cost accounting or general accounting, preferably in a nmanufacturing environment n

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Experience with ERP systems required; Oracle experience preferred n

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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite n

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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills n

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Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams n

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Ability to m anage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment n

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Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity n

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Effective written and verbal communication skills n

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Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization, from plant floor to nexecutive leadership n

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