Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant PositionHood Packaging Corporation is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant for our Arden Hills, MN location.The Cost Accountant is responsible for calculating and tracking operating costs such as labor, raw material, overhead, inventory etc.; analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods etc., to determine the effect on costs; comparing factors affecting prices and productivity; preparing ad-hoc summaries and variance reports; as well as implementing related cost accounting policies, systems and procedures.Functional ResponsibilitiesAct as sole custodian of the standard costing system.Analyze actual costs to standard costs and make the appropriate recommendationsCalculate machine hour, direct labor, burden, and overhead rates to be used in standard cost formulation.Ensure integrity of costing data.Manage the job close procedure within the required time frame in order to ensure accurate and timely information.Ensure integrity of routings and structures in MFG/PRO in conjunction with the Product Maintenance Supervisor.Formulate and apply transfer pricing policy as required.Identify problems arising from product attributes and report findings along with recommendations to the Manufacturing and Marketing departments.Monitor inventory accounts for irregularities and report low, excessive, or aged levels to the Purchasing Manager.Ensure integrity of inventory accounts through reconciliationReview weekly financials to uncover pending problems (solve)Assist in month/year end financial statement preparation.Assist with monthly and year-end financial reporting requirementsAssist in yearly budget preparation and data formulation.Facilitate development of others within the departmentBackup certain Controller functions as assigned.Other duties as assigned from time-to-time independent of main cycle count activity to directly monitor accuracy.Follows all SQF requirements and General Manufacturing Practices (GMP).Managerial ResponsibilitiesN/AKey Working RelationshipsRegular contact with team members in Engineering, Production, Marketing, Sales, Plant Controllers, and other accounting staff on matters relating to his/her responsibilities and duties.Maintain contacts with professional societies and keep current on latest best practices.Functional RequirementsRegular use of computers, telephones & misc. office equipmentAbility to organize complex tasks and meet deadlinesAbility to work independentlyPhysical DemandsAbility to sit, stand and walk frequently.Moderate time is spent on the plant floor. Uneven walking surfaces. Hazards are those normally associated with a Plant position and include noise levels above 85 decibels, warm building temperature during mid-summer months.Personal and product safety requirements for the plant include hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes and hairnets.Work EnvironmentOffice and PlantQualifications – Education and ExperienceDegree (4yr) in business or accounting and 1-3 years' experience in a MRP environment OR 2-year degree and 5-7 years' experience in a MRP environment.Professional accounting designation or working towards a designation.Qualifications – SkillsComputer literateSolid understanding of business fundamentalsStrong analytical skillsProficient in Microsoft Word and ExcelDetail orientedHood Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. Hood Packaging