Accounting/Estimator

The Cost Accountant applies principles of cost accounting to conduct studies which provide cost information not supplied by general accounting systems. The Cost Accountant assists in any activities related to costing and inventory while ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Supports manufacturing accounting function including general accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, inventory accounting & control, both standard & job cost generation and management of Bills of Material.

Research and investigate cycle count discrepancies and work with Supervisors and floor associates to initiate corrective actions related to these discrepancies.

Review all costs including labor, material, burden, expense items, work in process inventory, and profit and loss.

Maintain inventory cycle counting procedures, cycle count entry and periodic reporting.

Maintain job cost system for engineered products and assist in the analysis of the profitability of those products.

Plans, studies and collects data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor.

Tracks and reviews capital spending projects.

Other Accounting duties as needed.

Travel
Travel may be required within Columbus McKinnon Corp’s domestic footprint.

Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Accounting from a four-year college or university.

Computer experience with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI. Advanced Excel knowledge preferred.

Experience with Bill of Materials, Standard Cost, Job Cost, Average Cost, etc.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and correspondence such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Comply with company rules, policies and safety/environmental regulations.

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.