Energy Jobline ZR
Senior Cost Accountant (Supply Chain) in Red Wing
Energy Jobline ZR, Red Wing, Minnesota, United States, 55066
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Red Wing Shoe Company, based in Red Wing, Minnesota, is a global company with 2,300 employees that values its family‑like culture while delivering best‑in‑class products and customer experiences. The company is privately‑held, innovative and honors its traditions.
Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, generous paid time off, holidays, 401(k) match, employee discounts, and well‑being benefits such as free EAP services, financial planning assistance and coaching.
Targeted salary for this full‑time position is $70,000–$100,000 depending on qualifications; individual pay is determined by job‑related skills, experience, education and market demand.
Job Description The Sr. Staff / Cost Accountant is responsible for the overall accuracy of inventory valuation and Cost of Goods Sold within their area of responsibility. As a key member of the Supply Chain Finance team, this position will serve as a Business Finance Partner to Manufacturing, Materials, Engineering and Product Creation. In addition, this position will interface with Corporate Accounting to ensure financial and business processes and controls are performing as designed.
Location:
On‑site at our Red Wing, MN facility Monday through Thursday; remote on Fridays.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead standard cost activities to support the Annual Cost Roll, New Product Costing and Engineering Change Request (ECR) changes. Prepare accurate product costs based on Bill of Material (BOM) structure as needed.
Partner with Product Creation and Manufacturing (if applicable) to streamline and improve the costing process, including RFP Development, to ensure timely completion.
Perform complex reconciliations, research and root cause analysis of transaction and errors in a timely manner through data mining, detailed analysis and research. Prepare and process correcting journal entries to ensure all inventory / financial transactions are properly recorded.
Perform daily and month end close activities including variance analysis and financial review. Prepare timely, complete and accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting policies and US GAAP.
Support the month‑end close timelines and communicate issues. Report actual results and communicate key business metrics while providing insightful variance analysis to various stakeholders.
Lead the verification and reconciliation analysis related to annual Physical Inventories.
Actively participate on Lean Project Teams; review process flows and present collaborative improvement recommendations while also developing tracking mechanisms to ensure accountability.
Assist with the annual financial audit, ensuring audit support schedules are prepared and deliverables are provided timely.
Partner with Manufacturing leaders to drive productivity while assisting, and in some cases leading, with the tracking and analysis of specific Productivity Metrics across several MFG Facilities (ex. Efficiency).
Participate and/or lead cross‑functionally within manufacturing, distribution, retail and other finance departments on projects to streamline processes and improve internal controls and compliance. Partner to understand business initiatives and their respective impact to accounting and controls.
Assist with special projects and accounting research as needed.
Support business performance management initiatives.
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, monthly / quarterly forecasts by providing supporting information for areas of responsibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) required, preferably in finance, accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Must have 5‑7 years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience within accounting or finance which primarily consists of on‑site / in‑plant operations support.
Exemplify the desire to proactively work in an up‑tempo manufacturing environment with proven and practical experience in developing effective cross‑functional partnerships spanning several business areas.
Cost accounting, general ledger, inventory valuation and systems experience and understanding of supply chain operations is required.
CPA or CMA and public accounting experience.
Established record of process improvement methodologies that result in organizational efficiencies.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong initiative to explore alternatives, recommend improvements, and implement recommendations.
Team oriented player.
Required Knowledge and Experience
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting practices and internal controls.
Supply chain operations experience.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to extract, analyze and process information. Basic knowledge in Word and Outlook as well as the ability to optimize business technology tools to improve business processes.
Experience with accounting and financial reporting systems, such as ERP systems and inventory transaction platforms.
Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
Lean thinking, nimble to drive change that enables efficiencies and drives growth.
Excellent oral, written, communication and organizational skills. Active listening skills are equally important.
The ability to multi‑task, learn quickly, meet deadlines, adapt to a fast‑paced working environment, work collaboratively with all departments and management levels.
Ability to learn and use multiple systems and applications and manage multiple priorities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are protected. For assistance, contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651‑388‑8211. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checks. Red Wing Shoe Company is a drug‑free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters are available at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm.
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We focus on Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, Nuclear markets and emerging technologies in EV, Battery and Fusion.
Red Wing Shoe Company, based in Red Wing, Minnesota, is a global company with 2,300 employees that values its family‑like culture while delivering best‑in‑class products and customer experiences. The company is privately‑held, innovative and honors its traditions.
Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, generous paid time off, holidays, 401(k) match, employee discounts, and well‑being benefits such as free EAP services, financial planning assistance and coaching.
Targeted salary for this full‑time position is $70,000–$100,000 depending on qualifications; individual pay is determined by job‑related skills, experience, education and market demand.
Job Description The Sr. Staff / Cost Accountant is responsible for the overall accuracy of inventory valuation and Cost of Goods Sold within their area of responsibility. As a key member of the Supply Chain Finance team, this position will serve as a Business Finance Partner to Manufacturing, Materials, Engineering and Product Creation. In addition, this position will interface with Corporate Accounting to ensure financial and business processes and controls are performing as designed.
Location:
On‑site at our Red Wing, MN facility Monday through Thursday; remote on Fridays.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead standard cost activities to support the Annual Cost Roll, New Product Costing and Engineering Change Request (ECR) changes. Prepare accurate product costs based on Bill of Material (BOM) structure as needed.
Partner with Product Creation and Manufacturing (if applicable) to streamline and improve the costing process, including RFP Development, to ensure timely completion.
Perform complex reconciliations, research and root cause analysis of transaction and errors in a timely manner through data mining, detailed analysis and research. Prepare and process correcting journal entries to ensure all inventory / financial transactions are properly recorded.
Perform daily and month end close activities including variance analysis and financial review. Prepare timely, complete and accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting policies and US GAAP.
Support the month‑end close timelines and communicate issues. Report actual results and communicate key business metrics while providing insightful variance analysis to various stakeholders.
Lead the verification and reconciliation analysis related to annual Physical Inventories.
Actively participate on Lean Project Teams; review process flows and present collaborative improvement recommendations while also developing tracking mechanisms to ensure accountability.
Assist with the annual financial audit, ensuring audit support schedules are prepared and deliverables are provided timely.
Partner with Manufacturing leaders to drive productivity while assisting, and in some cases leading, with the tracking and analysis of specific Productivity Metrics across several MFG Facilities (ex. Efficiency).
Participate and/or lead cross‑functionally within manufacturing, distribution, retail and other finance departments on projects to streamline processes and improve internal controls and compliance. Partner to understand business initiatives and their respective impact to accounting and controls.
Assist with special projects and accounting research as needed.
Support business performance management initiatives.
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, monthly / quarterly forecasts by providing supporting information for areas of responsibility.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) required, preferably in finance, accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Must have 5‑7 years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience within accounting or finance which primarily consists of on‑site / in‑plant operations support.
Exemplify the desire to proactively work in an up‑tempo manufacturing environment with proven and practical experience in developing effective cross‑functional partnerships spanning several business areas.
Cost accounting, general ledger, inventory valuation and systems experience and understanding of supply chain operations is required.
CPA or CMA and public accounting experience.
Established record of process improvement methodologies that result in organizational efficiencies.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Strong initiative to explore alternatives, recommend improvements, and implement recommendations.
Team oriented player.
Required Knowledge and Experience
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting practices and internal controls.
Supply chain operations experience.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to extract, analyze and process information. Basic knowledge in Word and Outlook as well as the ability to optimize business technology tools to improve business processes.
Experience with accounting and financial reporting systems, such as ERP systems and inventory transaction platforms.
Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
Lean thinking, nimble to drive change that enables efficiencies and drives growth.
Excellent oral, written, communication and organizational skills. Active listening skills are equally important.
The ability to multi‑task, learn quickly, meet deadlines, adapt to a fast‑paced working environment, work collaboratively with all departments and management levels.
Ability to learn and use multiple systems and applications and manage multiple priorities.
Equal Opportunity Employer Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities are protected. For assistance, contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651‑388‑8211. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory background checks. Red Wing Shoe Company is a drug‑free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters are available at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm.
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