Cost Accountant Apply
Premier Placements is currently interviewing Operations Accountants to join a well-established organization in Lewiston, Maine. As an Operations Accountant you will be responsible for supporting the operations and finance department with the primary goal being cost and asset control.
What will you enjoy about this position:
- Rewarding Opportunity Direct Hire position, Growth Potential, Employee Development
- Positive Company Culture Strong focus on employee engagement, supportive and encouraging workplace, Team driven, Diversity
- Established Team 400+ Years in business, 20+ Locations worldwide, 5+ employees.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k with company match, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 11 paid holidays, 3 weeks paid vacation, and more!
- Work Life Balance No Overtime required. Set Work Schedule
- Relocation Assistance Homeowner and Renter Relocation Packages offered!
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8:00am 5:00pm
Base Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 (Depending on experience)
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain standard cost data for new and existing products and ensure accurate inventory valuation.
- Establish and verify component costs, labor costs, and overhead costs used for inventory valuation and COGS posting.
- Coordinate consistency between the Operational Cost System and the Managerial Cost System.
- Supports the plant leadership and provides analysis of plant operations, budgets, and financial results.
- Communicate, assist, and advise department heads in the Monthly Variance Analysis.
- Ensures timely and accurate month end close and reconciliation of balance sheet.
- Develop and maintain daily inventory control validation cycle count programs, auditing of procedures, and communication of issues related to inventory accuracy.
- Control the overall assets of the plant related to inventory, fixed assets, spending control, and cost reductions.
- Maintains proficiency of US tax rules for Federal Excise Tax (FET) as it relates to product inventory location and movements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Logistics, or related field.
- 5+ years of accounting experience
- 3+ years cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with inventory control, perpetual inventory, and budget process.
- Experience with balance sheet reconciliation and production metrics.
