Cost Accountant

Applies principles of cost accounting to conduct studies which provide detailed cost information not supplied by general accounting systems.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Prepare, analyze and record all manufacturing and inventory related transactions
• Reviews standard and actual costs for price variances
• Maintains accurate inventory files and prepares monthly reports
• Monthly reconciliation of inventory
• Prepare weekly manufacturing efficiency and productivity reports
• Prepares reports concerning operational analysis and performance such as rework analysis, scrap trend analysis, warranty analysis, sales and margin analysis. These reports consist of graphs, data and commentary.
• Performs variance analysis and report significant variances to management
• Process engineering requests ensuring the accuracy of revisions
• Analyze bill of materials for costing accuracy and correct coding of items
• Prepare, analyze and record all fixed asset related entries
• Assist with the budgeting process
• Review, analyze and maintain standard cost updates
• Conduct audits of cycle counting process
• Assists with year-end and interim financial audits
• Other duties may be assigned as requested or needed

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• 2-5 years' experience in cost accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment,
• And/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and complete work on time
• Innovative problem-solving skills
• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with MRP systems a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft office products, Excel in particular (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
• Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information

Ferno is an equal opportunity employer and that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.