Cost Accountant

Posted On	Nov 15, 2023
Location	Newark,OH
Salary	80000-105555
Category	Accounting
Status	Full Time
Job ID	JV 20442

Are you a seasoned financial professional with a knack for cost analysis and strategic financial planning? We're seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to join a dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape of their organization.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Cost Accountant, you'll be responsible for:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

Develop comprehensive financial models to analyze and support divisional trends.
Provide insightful financial analysis to drive informed decision-making.

Variance Management:

Identify and communicate significant variances to management.
Propose corrective measures to ensure financial goals are met.

Consolidation and Reporting:

Perform consolidation and analysis for monthly reporting of key financial metrics.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting to facilitate strategic decision-making.

Departmental Support:

Provide financial support to department managers by tracking and forecasting cost reduction activities.
Analyze monthly results and offer insights to enhance departmental performance.

Inventory Cost Management:

Assist functional area managers in understanding inventory costs and variances.
Lead efforts to identify, define, and document cost drivers and functions.

Product Costing:

Develop and maintain product costs, including material, labor, and overhead rates.
Collaborate with production teams to ensure accurate cost representation.

Capital Expenditure Oversight:

Maintain local capital expenditure request processing.
Monitor capital project spending and manage the fixed asset system.

New Product Support:

Act as the financial representative for new product teams.
Provide cost analysis, capital justifications, and make vs buy insights.

Ad Hoc Analysis:

Perform ad hoc analysis as needed to gain insights into business performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

5-8 years of progressive financial or cost analysis experience in a manufacturing environment.
Solid cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting strongly preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office applications, with advanced Excel features and financial modeling skills.

If you are a dedicated finance professional with a passion for precision and a strategic mindset, we invite you to apply.