Sr. Cost Accounting Analyst; Manufacturing

Sr. Cost Accounting Analyst (Manufacturing) page is loaded## Sr. Cost Accounting Analyst (Manufacturing) locations:
Grove City, OHtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition :
R003878

This role oversees plant-level accounting activities, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accurate financial records, timely payments and collections, and compliance with accounting policies. The position plays a critical role in supporting plant operations, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and the financial close process, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to drive cost accuracy and operational insight.
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* Who We Are:

** Driven by continual innovation and trusted partnerships, ODL is a global leader in high-quality door and insulated glass solutions. For decades, our purpose has been simple:
** Make Your Life Better**—for our customers, our communities, and our people.

With 14 global locations and thousands of employees, ODL has been recognized as a
** Great Place to Work
** across all countries of operation. We invest in our people, celebrate growth, and foster a culture where accountability, innovation, and excellence thrive.
** The Impact You’ll Drive:
**** Financial Close & Reporting
*** Perform month-end journal entries and prepare accurate closing reports within established timelines
* Own financial statement closing processes, including inventory and COGS analysis and journal entries
* Accrue, reconcile, and analyze general ledger accounts, ensuring data integrity and compliance
* Report and investigate significant variances weekly, partnering with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and solutions
** Cost Accounting & Inventory Management
*** Set and maintain standard costs, including materials, labor, and overhead rates
* Value inventory and review standards regularly, ensuring accuracy of BOMs, routings, and cost elements
* Establish and implement processes to review and validate cost accuracy across materials, labor, and outside services
* Lead variance reporting processes for material, WIP, and absorption variances, working with manufacturing and supply chain teams to reduce discrepancies
* Prepare and maintain selected areas of the annual budget and forecast
* Budget materials, labor, and overhead, including standard materials and material variance accounts
* Support new product development through cost estimates and business case analysis
** Accounts Payable & Receivable
*** Manage end-to-end AP and AR processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment and collection cycles
** Audit, Compliance & Projects
*** Coordinate and provide required information for interim and annual audits, including federal and state audits
* Prepare and coordinate financial projects across general and cost accounting functions
* Analyze weekly variable scrap, monthly inventory, purchase price variance, obsolescence, and supplier credits
** Operational & System Support
*** Perform daily updates of new item costs and resolve zero-cost or duplicate inventory issues in Oracle
* Support manufacturing and distribution operations with financial reporting and analysis
* Assist with PCP processes, including rolling, copying, and updating costs based on BOM and routing changes
* May provide work direction to other staff and perform additional duties in support of departmental goals
** What Sets You Up for Success:
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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Financial Accounting or a related field
* MBA, CPA, or CMA certification preferred
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* Experience:

*** 3–7 years of progressive accounting experience
* Demonstrated project leadership and development of technical accounting expertise
* Strong understanding of conceptual and systematic accounting principles
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* Skills:

*** Broad knowledge of accounting practices, procedures, and internal controls
* Proficiency with Oracle or similar ERP systems
* Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment and discretion
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to address sensitive matters professionally and collaboratively
** The Value We

Offer:

*** Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Prescription Plan
* 401(k) with company match
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Disability Plan
* Paid Vacation and 10 Holidays
* Health Club Reimbursement
* Bonus program
* Wellness program

If you’re a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives on accuracy, analysis, and partnering with operations to drive better business decisions, we’d love to meet you.
** Apply today and help support the financial integrity and operational success of ODL.
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* * First Shift (United States of America)
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