Cost Accounting Manager

Location: Ridgeland
Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced cost accountant to fill the role of Cost Accounting Manager.

The Cost Accounting Manager will prepare/present detailed analytics on, manufacturing variances, cost of sales, bill of materials and variances and lead meaningful conversations with department managers/senior division leaders regarding the financial performance of the departments/division. The Cost Accounting Manager will work closely with the Division Controller.

Requirements and skills:

• Bachelors' Degree in Accounting with a minimum of 5 years' hands on experience as a Cost Accountant

• Experience in calculating monthly Variance Analysis (Price Variance, Usage Variance, etc)

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with monthly G  close processes

• Hands-on experience with Standard Costing methodology

• Hands-on experience with inventory cycle counting

• Strong quantitative analytical skills

• Demonstrable strategic thinking skills

• Advanced Excel skills (Xlookup, Pivot Tables, etc)

Responsibilities:

• Participate in month-end G  close process

• Assist in the Monthly Variance Analysis

• Review, report and provide commentary/analysis of costs against prior periods, plan, and latest forecast

• Assist in the completion of annual budgets and forecasts

• Document controls, processes and procedures related to manufacturing and operational accounting such as developing cost standards for materials and labor, MRO purchasing and Capital Expenditures

• Proactively review inventory transactions throughout the month to identify and trouble shoot unusual transactions and variances before month end close

• Assist in preparation for annual audits including interacting with outside auditors

• Perform annual standard cost updates

• Ensure the accuracy of standard costs in the system

• Perform financial analysis on capital investments

• Work with inventory control team to monitor, track and improve the inventory accuracy

This job description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time.

A competitive comprehensive benefits package will be offered based on the credentials and experience the successful candidate possesses. It includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, vacation, and paid holidays.