Cost Accountant

Confidential

Job Details:
Are you a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Cost Accountant ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Permanent Cost Accountant to join our finance team onsite! This role is not for the faint-hearted; it requires a sharp, analytical mind, a passion for numbers, and an unwavering commitment to driving business success through effective cost management and financial analysis.

Responsibilities:
As a Cost Accountant, your key responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting regular cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, cost of sales analysis, and profit margin analysis.
2. Managing the preparation, analysis, and reporting of budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
3. Performing variance analysis to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
4. Conducting product cost analysis to provide insightful feedback to the production and management teams.
5. Implementing cost control measures to optimize resources and maximize profitability.
6. Performing inventory reconciliations and roll forward to ensure accurate financial reporting.
7. Utilizing ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics, to streamline accounting processes.
8. Leveraging advanced Excel skills and spreadsheet analysis techniques to interpret complex financial data.
9. Participating in the development of cost management strategies to support the company's growth objectives.
10. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Cost Accountant role should possess the following qualifications:

1. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.
2. A minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting within a manufacturing environment.
3. Proven experience in cost accounting, financial analysis, variance analysis, and profit margin analysis.
4. Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and product cost analysis.
5. Demonstrated experience in inventory reconciliations and roll forward.
6. Expertise in ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics.
7. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in spreadsheet analysis.
8. A solid understanding of inventory analysis, cost management, cost analysis, and cost control.
9. A strong background in manufacturing cost analysis.
10. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
11. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.

If you are a self-motivated, results-driven professional ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment and elevate your career to new heights. Apply today!