Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our dynamic team in White Bear Township, Minnesota. In this role, you will analyze and manage costs associated with materials, labor, and overhead while ensuring accurate inventory reporting and profitability analysis. This position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong background in cost accounting and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct detailed analysis of material, labor, fixed overhead, and variable overhead costs to identify variances and recommend strategies for improvement.
• Investigate profitability changes in products, determine root causes, and develop corrective actions for implementation.
• Manage the cost implementation process for new part numbers and ensure company-wide updates of labor and overhead rates.
• Perform inventory reviews to identify obsolete parts and ensure accurate reserve amounts while executing disposal procedures.
• Collaborate with the production team to manage scrap quantities and establish appropriate disposal or vendor return policies.
• Oversee the cycle count program to maintain inventory quantity accuracy and reliability.
• Prepare for external audits by analyzing costs using price tests and developing necessary schedules for auditors.
• Participate in system updates and enhancements to improve cost accounting processes.
• Assist in planning and forecasting by analyzing estimated costs for budgeting and determining make-versus-buy decisions.
• Develop and refine policies and procedures to enhance the efficiency of the cost accounting department.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in General Ledger management and manufacturing cost accounting practices.
• Strong expertise in standard cost accounting and variance analysis.
• Experience with journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliation.
• Ability to perform detailed financial analysis and interpret financial statements.
• Skilled in monthly financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Familiarity with cost forecasting and planning methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.