What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant position at Leddy Group?
Cost Accountant
Our manufacturing client is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant! This full-time, direct-hire role is based in Dover, NH, with travel to the company’s facilities in IL, NY, and PA. If you’d like to join the team at a desirable employer, then don’t hesitate to apply!
Responsibilities of the Cost Accountant
- Oversee and analyze all cost expenditures related to manufacturing processes
- Manage and maintain cost accounting system
- Lead the development of annual plan and financial reporting processes and formats
- Produce detailed cost reports and analyses in support of operations and sales
- Review cost and variance trends, research significant variations, and recommend solutions
- Review new BOMs for accuracy
- Establish labor and overhead rates in line with operating budgets
- Work with the General Managers to understand current reporting metrics, develop improved reports, and fully understand inventory transactions as relates to the general ledger
- Work with Pricing Manager to analyze, discuss, and suggest adequate pricing based on operational costs within the facility
- Suggest process improvement projects to increase efficiencies
- Assist in implementing new MRP software
- Perform additional tasks and special projects as required
Qualifications of the Cost Accountant
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- 3 years of progressive experience within accounting/finance with specialty in manufacturing cost accounting
- Proven record in assisting operational leadership with understanding and improving processes to support bottom line results
- Computer proficiency, especially MS Excel
- Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Salary for this Cost Accountant role is commensurate with experience. We look forward to connecting with you!
Please share your resume in confidence to amber@leddygroup.com, call (603) 766-4909, or apply online at www.leddygroup.com.
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Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.