Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

DyStar is a leading specialty chemical company with a global presence. We have an immediate need for a Cost Accountant in our Americas Regional Headquarters located in Charlotte, NC. This is an individual contributor role reporting to the Finance Manager, Sales and Operations. We are seeking an individual who will contribute to the success of DyStar by ensuring Operational Financial Support for Multiple Plants and Warehouses, in order to support future growth, scalability, and profitability of the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide necessary financial support as an active member of the plant and supply chain management team
• Support Month end closing, PPV/manufacturing variance analysis and reporting
• Support Forecast and budgeting (Cost Center, Capex, Site Cost, Sales & Product Planning)
• Assist in annual plant budget and quarterly / monthly Forecast and KPIs tracking
• Assist in plant standard cost setting and capitalized variance adjustments
• Work with plant management to ensure BOM and routings are correct and updated timely
• Analyze plant and warehouse operating costs, as well as material & freight costs
• Perform monthly accounting close duties – journal entries, account analysis & reconciliation
• Assist in accurate inventory controls, including cycle counting and annual physical inventory
• Assist in calculating inventory reserves and LCM adjustments on company policies
• Assist in tracking and analyzing of operational efficiencies and productivity projects
• Assist in Fixed Assets & depreciation recording and CIP tracking
• Monitor and strengthen the procure to pay process
• Maintain good records & controls, and prepare documentation requirements by auditors
• Prepare Ad Hoc reports and perform other assigned duties

Supervisory Responsibilities: None - The internal title for this position is Assistant Manager, Cost Accounting & Controlling but this is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance related required
• 5+ years of experience in analytical / cost accounting positions
• Proven experience in managing cost accounting principles and methodologies
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP standard costing experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong team player and business partner
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Self-starter with a desire to learn and achieve with change management skills

This is an on-site role in Charlotte, NC; not open to remote or hybrid work.

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this role.

DyStar is an Equal Opportunity Employer