Job Description
The Cost Accountant position is responsible for the ongoing analysis of standard cost variances, key cost processes, target costing projects, margin analysis and cost tracing activities. Additionally, s/he will manage the appropriate level of costing information and analysis to monitor actual company performance vs budget and plan.
Role & Responsibilities
* Audit daily manufacturing production and usage
* Review inventory transactions for accuracy
* Update standard costs in bills of materials
* Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies
* Validate the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close
Skills & Qualifications
* BA/BS degree in accounting, as well as excellent analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate with a multi-department team
* Three or more years of accounting/finance experience, with five or more years' experience in cost accounting and analysis in a company which utilizes job costing allocation methods in its manufacturing system
* Knowledge of LIFO, FIFO, and standard costing systems and the appropriate usage of each in an electronics manufacturing environment
* Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of cost standards
* Self-directed with ability to lead and communicate across multiple functions and levels of the organization
* Integrity, good work ethic and good communication skills
* Energetic, resourceful with a can-do attitude
* Detail oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision
* CPA degree desirable, but not required
* Strong Excel skills
* Experience with ERP systems, EPICOR preferred but not required
Please APPLY NOW or contact me at a.lee@washingtonfrank.com to schedule a confidential discussion and receive some more information!
