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Senior Cost Accountant

LHH, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774

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920.207.8806 (cell) Position Overview: Responsible for ensuring that financial control processes and systems at the facility comply with internal policies and applicable regulations, while providing accurate and timely information. This role involves analyzing labor, product mix, and material variances, monitoring operational results against plans, and preparing financial and production reports to support management in controlling activities and costs. The position also assists in financial and capital budgeting, and recommends and implements programs to improve productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze data related to operational costs, set standard costs for manufactured goods, and develop and analyze cost standards.

Conduct cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis and establish costs for business processes such as administration, labor, and shipping.

Perform account reconciliations and prepare audit reports.

Recommend changes to processes or policies to reduce costs and maximize profitability.

Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger and sub-ledgers, and perform account reconciliations to support the monthly close process.

Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including analysis of balance sheet accounts.

Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Develop and maintain standard costs for products, and analyze manufacturing cost variances (materials, labor, overhead).

Participate in physical inventory counts, monitor inventory accuracy, and process adjustments or transfers within accounting systems.

Prepare and analyze gross margin reports on a regular basis and contribute to cost-related decision-making.

Demonstrate competencies in analytical skills, compliance, attention to detail, strategic management, problem solving, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Five or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Five or more years of experience with ERP systems.

Advanced proficiency in Excel.

Experience in creating and analyzing labor, product mix, and material variances.

Ability to provide recurring financial reports and analysis.

Skilled in developing accurate product costs, managing variances, analyzing profitability by customer or part number, and monitoring capital spending.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

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