Senior Cost Accountant
$130,000
Norwood, MA
Highlights
Salary
$130,000
Location
Norwood, MA
Job Type
Permanent
This role reports directly to the Director, Finance Manufacturing & Supply Chain, and is a proven professional, responsible for supporting all technical and operational aspects of Cost and Inventory accounting. This includes a hands-on knowledge of purchasing and manufacturing, an intimate working knowledge of ERP systems, a history of driving process and controls improvement, and the ability to work effectively in a fast moving, cross-functional environment.
The Sr. Cost Accountant works closely with manufacturing, inventory control, purchasing, facilities, quality, and other parts of the organization and is responsible for financial close, forecasting, and operations related financial reporting.
Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and ensure consistent application of cost accounting principles
Build out detailed analysis on production cost reporting and present findings to key stakeholders
Partner with the Operations teams to manage work order processing, along with Inventory Control and Management. This will include working on the plant floor to ensure correct order processing procedures are being followed.
Develop the Annual Operating Plan and monthly IBP forecasts of Commodities and Factory expenses
Support the month-end close process by reconciling accounts and performing journal entries, as well as analyzing variances to plan
Monitor balance sheet accounts and prepare detailed account reconciliations for COGS
Manage the process of assessing inventory for excess and obsolescence reserves
Partner with the Continuous Improvement team to analyze and track cost savings initiatives that deliver margin improvement and operational efficiencies
Work closely with the Supply Chain team to understand production schedules, contracts, inventory movements, and other supply chain matters to ensure inventory is fairly stated on the balance sheet
Monitor the Company's cycle count program. Ensure counts are being properly recorded and variances are investigated and resolved on a timely basis.
Support both internal and external audits.
Perform ad hoc analysis
Contact
Dylan Stewart
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or other business degree, MBA or CPA preferred
6 or more years of progressive cost accounting experience, CPG experience preferred
Strong ERP skills; Dynamics 365, GP Dynamics or SAP required. No Exceptions
Experience working on the production floor, collaborating closely with managers and supervisors, and gaining in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process to effectively perform their role.
Strong knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Knowledge of costing techniques, MRP systems, and inventory controls in a manufacturing environment
Experienced in researching, developing, and implementing accounting policies and procedures
Team player with strong collaborative and communication skills
Structured, disciplined, and organized with strong attention to detail and professional curiosity
Highly motivated self-starter who can work well independently and in a team environment
Provide leadership and take accountability for identifying and driving process and systems improvements
Demonstrated business and financial acumen with exceptional analytical/quantitative skills.
dylans@dynamicssolutionsllc.com
201-548-9921