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We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Lenoir, North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring precise accounting of inventory and cost of goods, while providing key insights to support financial decision-making. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate closely with operations and corporate leaders to drive profitability and efficiency.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the accurate accounting of monthly inventory and cost of goods, ensuring compliance with company standards
Provide financial support for operations, including inventory costing, standard cost valuations, and maintenance of bills of materials and routings
Contribute to timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings
Prepare detailed account reconciliations, journal entries, and respond to audit requests
Collaborate with operations leaders to analyze margins, review expenses, and recommend strategies for financial growth
Partner with corporate teams to evaluate monthly operating results and explain variances to enable informed decision-making
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and monthly forecasts, comparing actual results against historical performance and projections
Support data reconciliation efforts related to system upgrades, ensuring consistency across various environments
Track financial performance against KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement
Conduct ad-hoc financial and variance analyses to address specific business needs
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with at least five years of relevant financial or accounting experience
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with familiarity in accounting software systems such as Oracle or JD Edwards being advantageous
Strong business acumen, professionalism, and the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making
Proven ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines without direct supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas persuasively and collaborate effectively with colleagues and senior leaders
Capability to take a broader perspective to understand the impact of decisions beyond immediate tasks
Expertise in cost accounting, particularly in manufacturing, including standard cost accounting and cost analysis
Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
free online training
access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits