What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant position at Welser Profile North America?
What You Will Do
- Provide analysis for the decisions in our business related to sales, financial statements, cost, profitability, and performance.
- Create business reports related to management, performance, cost center, profitability, work orders, and variances.
- Identify and analyze data to facilitate decision-making including cost calculations.
- Create and maintain of all Cost Accounting master data including cost centers, work orders, standards, and routers.
- Develop, support, and improve Cost Accounting processes.
- Monthly Cost Accounting responsibilities including work orders, creating product costs, overhead costs, and material ledger activities.
- Support the planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including P&L-related information.
- Prepare capital investment data in the ERP system and lead the monthly CAPEX meetings with department heads.
- Support Year-end Audit activities and ensure compliance with US GAAP regulations.
- Assist the transition of Cost Accounting and controlling activities between ERP Systems (Global Shop to SAP).
- Support the Supply Chain Management team with inventory management and cycle counting.
- Comply with 4 EYE principals.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform the assigned quality system functions as specified in QMS procedures.
- Perform other responsibilities as determined by the supervisor.
- Observe established EHS regulations, procedures, and practices.
- Responsible for the total Quality of products and services and authorized to stop when a non-conformance is noted.
- Continuously work to improve processes through technology or quality improvements.
Who You Are
You are an excellent communicator with attention to detail, a skilled analyst that can define and solve problems with data, a team player who collaborates with other departments and global partners and finally, an insightful partner that understands operational and financial accounting.
Work Environment
Office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands
Specific vision abilities required y this job include close vision. The employee is regularly required to sit and use their hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk.
What You Will Receive
You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:
- Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Wellness Program, Disability, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Developmental Opportunities
- P&L expertise for US operations
- Key team member in the implementation of SAP in US operations
- Potential leadership succession
We believe a diverse workforce is a key driver of success for our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants of Welser Profile are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.
Experience
Required- 3 year(s): cost accounting, month-end closing, and planning/budgeting activities preferably in manufacturing
- 3 year(s): Strong computer proficiency, effectively utilizing Microsoft Office suite, ERP (SAP preferred), and other related software applications
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field
Skills
Required- Microsoft Office
Behaviors
Preferred- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Peer Recognition: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Salary : $62,800 - $79,500