Cost Accountant

Company DescriptionFortune 500 Manufacturing CompanyJob DescriptionPrimary responsibilities include;Responsible for accurate month end close relating to inventory and cost of goods sold for US and Canadian manufacturing companies and Retail company owned stores.Preparation/review of various inventory and gross profit analysis reports.Preparation of LIFO calculations and related analysis.Preparation/review of monthly closing journal entries and account analysis for inventory and cost of sales.Review perpetual inventory reports and general ledger account activity for accuracy.Responsible for the accurate valuation of physical inventoriesPreparation and review of weighted average product costs and intercompany transfer prices. Update missing transfer prices as needed.Present analyses to management team.Work closely with Supply Chain, Accounting, and Planning.Preparation of required inventory schedules for quarterly and yearly financial reporting to parent company.Liaise with internal and external auditors regarding costing and valuing inventoryRecommend and implement process improvementsAd hoc reporting and special projects as needed.Assist with auditing Retail physical inventories.QualificationsRequired Skills4-6 years’ experience in Cost AccountingBachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA, CMA or MBA a plusPossess strong communication, interpersonal, analytical and technology skills.Proficient in Excel (VLookups, Pivot tables, etc.)Possess strong managerial skills.Ability to manage projects as neededKnowledge of Manufacturing Processes, BOM’s, etc.Additional Information$50K to $65K plus bonusPlease email View email address on click.appcast.io: Full-timeFunction: Accounting/AuditingExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Chemicals