Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant at Howmet Aerospace

• Partners with Operation Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Outside Processing and Inventory Control to improve operation excellence
• Manages cost accounting transactions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and Company Costing Policies and Procedures
• Ensures inventory valuation accuracy through correct costing, analysis, and cycle count tracking
• Performs analysis and support to Operation Management to achieve the cost reduction goals
• Assists in the preparation of daily and monthly P&Ls
• Reviews and updates standard costs for each work cell based on Company requirements
• Prepares and effectively communicates margin analysis and reports to Operation Management
• Assists in preparing costing data for major business decisions
• Leads the annual physical inventory counts and quarterly mini counts
• Assists Controller in developing financial forecasts, budgets, and operating plans
• Assists in the evaluation and preparation of ERP upgrades
• Participates and provides financial support in Theory of Constraints (ToC) and other LEAN initiatives
• Provides other duties as needed and assigned

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting or Finance
• +2 years of Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Expertise in financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, planning, and forecasting
• Demonstrated ability to administer multiple concurrent projects within targeted timelines and costs
• Proficiency in Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, and related tools; knowledge of Infor Visual Manufacturing and Infor Global Financials is highly desirable
• Microsoft Office Suite skills; global visual experience is a plus
• Strong language skills: read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, appendixes and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively before groups of employees, customers, and regulatory agencies
• Mathematical proficiency: apply basic algebra, geometry, percentages, circumference and volume concepts
• Reasoning ability: solve practical problems and handle a variety of variables in situations where standardization exists, interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

The employee must sit, talk or hear regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; occasionally stand and walk; occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment is generally quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

$72k - $95k depending on experience

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 B in revenue in 2024, our products enable fuel efficiency and light weighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

To learn more about how Howmet Aerospace is advancing the sustainability of its customers, markets and communities, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Finance
• Industries:
  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing