Cost Accountant

The Plant Cost Accountant supports financial planning, reporting, accounting, and business analysis processes necessary to support Company objectives. Ensures all financial cost reports and analyses comply with appropriate accounting principles and company policies, accurately reflect the condition of the business, and provide reliable information necessary to control operations. Supports monthly financial reporting, forecasting, annual audit, and budgeting processes.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Supports Plant Manufacturing by facilitating cost reports, respective analysis including monthly closing documents. The following tasks are encompassed in the effort:Material Use Variances (MUV) analysis and labor performance tracking.COGS analysis of the various departments within manufacturingSupports new product setup and costing of the bill of materials (BOM’s) for all of plant manufacturing.Prepare and provide financial support throughout the period and close by preparing period JE for manufacturing activity.Provide oversight and maintain support with Finance, Budget / Forecasting Teams, and other related support departments.Research and analyze period financial activity ensuring proper BOM set ups, scrap percentages, inventory, and MUV’s.Supports Company’s audits to ensure legal compliance and inventory control.Assist in developing cost accounting procedures and respective SOP’s.Assist in transitioning from existing cost accounting system to modern platforms (SAP HANA)Performs other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary.