Cost Accountant

Job Title: Cost Accountant

Department: Overhead

Reports to: Director of Finance  

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay rate: $60,000-$80,000/year DOE

Summary

The cost accountant will work closely with our Director of Finance to analyze, record, and report manufacturing costs, support month-end closing, and perform Accounts Receivable (AR)/Accounts Payable (AP) duties. Other tasks as assigned.

Key Job Duties:

• Analyze manufacturing, labor, and over costs and compare them to standards to identify variances

• Perform month end closing tasks, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations

• Assist in forecasting and budgeting

• Maintain customer and vendor set up and documentation

• Perform AR duties including disputing claims, following up on past due invoices, and performing credit checks

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field or

• 2 plus years of experience in an accounting field; manufacturing is a plus but not required

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; specifically, Excel

• Must work well in a fast-paced environment

• Must have solid working knowledge of accounting office functions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections required

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and problem solve

• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Knowledge and Skills

Must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills.

Must be able to read and write in English.

Must have excellent computer skills.

Must be highly proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Prefer experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 – Business Central or ERP system

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

100% of work is performed in an office setting.

Ability to sit, stand and bend.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM