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Cost Accountant

Barry-Wehmiller, Mediapolis, IA, United States


Job Title

This position reports to the Global Controller and provides critical cost analysis and reporting to operational leaders.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Prepare and present product class margin analysis reports to division, site, and functional leadership, via analyzing revenue, cost of sales, other margin analysis and productivity costs, reporting factors affecting profitability of products or services.

Serve as finance liaison to site management team to ensure proper processes and controls are followed and lead to accurate financial records.

Serve as finance liaison to site inventory team to ensure accurate perpetual inventory records including compliance with inventory control policies, cycle counting requirements, etc.

Maintain procedures and policy adherence to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Compile cost and manufacturing/kitting expense information for budget preparation and rate-setting.

Partner with FPA teams on an as-needed basis, most notably related to product line costing/margins, inventory planning, etc.

Calculate and analyze various accruals and estimates, gathering information from other stakeholders.

Support monthly close, via assigned account reconciliations and related analysis.

Prepare and support routine and ad hoc reporting matters.

Support annual audit requests related to areas of ownership.

Assist in the integration of acquired businesses.

Interface with other departments and assist in process flows.

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, preferably in accounting, from a recognized academic institution

3-5 years working with accounting principles, specifically cost accounting, preferably in a project costing environment

Two years of demonstrable financial analysis and reporting experience preferred

Experience leading and developing team members is desired

Solid understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP)

Experience with an integrated ERP preferred

CPA or public accounting experience a plus

Strong verbal and written interpersonal/communication skills required

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities

Ability to work individually as well as with team members, virtual and in-person

Work Environment

This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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