Estimator Permanent

Cost AccountantWork Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.Job SummaryThe Cost Accountant will be responsible for developing and maintaining standard costing, analyzing manufacturing costs, and providing actionable insights to improve efficiency and profitability. Reporting directly to the Plant Controller, the role is a critical partner to the plant operations team and the division Finance team in financial and management reporting. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain standard costs for annual revaluation as well as daily regular setup of new materials with a focus on analytical cost savings opportunitiesEnsure alignment with planning, sourcing, and production teams on direct material pricing, freight, direct labor hours, machine hours, setup times, and other inputs relevant to the accurate valuation of inventoryCompile labor and manufacturing spend reports daily, weekly, or monthly for team use and facilitate regular meetings with department leads to identify risks and opportunities in achieving monthly targetsAnalyze production cost variances to understand drivers of favorability or unfavorability. Work with other teams to correct any transactional errors and support follow-up actions addressing improvements.Prepare and post all accounting journal entries as part of the monthly closing cycleSupport inventory cycle counts and site balance sheet reconciliation preparationEnsure compliance with GAAP and company policiesIdentify and implement process improvements that promote efficient, accurate, reliable, and meaningful use of information for all business partnersQualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.2+ years of experience in accounting or finance role, a Manufacturing setting is a plus.Strong understanding of accounting principlesProficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to organize data efficiently and effectively, including comfortable use of pivot tables, reference formulas, and basic troubleshooting.Prior use of SAP or other ERP systems is preferred. Basic computer literacy and proficiency navigating/learning new software systems is required.Excellent analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills.Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a "U.S. Person", which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.