Senior Cost Accounting Manager – Peabody – Manufacturing
A publicly-traded company and leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices is looking to hire a Senior Cost Accounting Manager to their growing team. The role reports to the Controller and requires someone that possesses strong time management and organizational skills to maintain a high level of analytical insight into manufacturing, operational expenses, product pricing and business unit profitability.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement cost standards for materials, labor and manufacturing overhead and keep updated in the ERP system
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Develop and analyze standard cost report suite to include material usage and manufacturing variances and enable root cause analysis
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Monitor and report on inventory levels, production costs, and returns
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Conduct regular physical inventory cycle counts and reconciliations
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Work closely with operations and supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities
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Prepare, review and analyze monthly and annual financial statements in an accurate and timely manner and in line with US GAAP
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Assist with annual budgeting and monthly forecasting
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Develop and manage cost management systems and policies.
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Ensures procedures and internal controls are followed in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and assist with audit and compliance activities as assigned
Role Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
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A minimum of 5+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing and equipment/engineering environment
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Strong knowledge of inventory cycle counts and cost accounting
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Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to create and analyze financial reports and forecasts
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The ability to explain complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups cross-functionally
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Detail oriented, organized and a demonstrated focus on process improvement and ability to work on multiple tasks/projects concurrently
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Positive attitude, strong work ethic,
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with Excel. Experience with Power BI is an advantage
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Experience using Dynamics AX and Visual is an advantage.
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CPA or CMA certification is an added advantage.
This role is a full-time in office opportunity that will offer up to $130K for total compensation & great benefits. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Vincenzo Kulturides directly at [email protected]
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