Niagara Bottling
Cost Accountant II
Niagara Bottling, Diamond Bar, California, United States, 91765
At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider applying here, if you want to:
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Cost Accountant II
The Cost Accountant II position is responsible for monitoring, collecting, updating, analyzing, summarizing and evaluating cost related information. This position assists management decision making by continuous improvement of cost management processes and models to support margin analysis.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities:
Assist with the monthly financial close process and ensure the accuracy of system generated transactions and manual entries
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations to assist in the month-end close process
Analyze inventory variances by location, product category, etc.
Monitor, analyze and report on cost trends of inventory and raw materials to interpret overall cost of goods sold and margin variations
Perform heavy data manipulation within Excel and Access
Aid in the preparation of various month-end/year-end reports and schedules including inventory reconciliations, journal entries, cost of goods sold analysis, inventory on hand reports, etc.
Review monthly inventory detail to identify excess/obsolete items and record related journal entries (i.e. maintain E&O reserve)
Compile, analyze and communicate monthly scrap and shrinkage results by plant and identify areas for scrap reduction
Review/compare various inventory reports to identify discrepancies and make proper recommendations
Review existing processes, tools and controls for opportunities to improve effectiveness and to transfer best practices across the organization and change them accordingly
Interact with cross-functional teams such as manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and other departments to better understand their needs and to be proactive and resolve issues in a timely manner
Maintain clean documentation and supporting data for each completed task
Provide full support during company financial audits
Perform various ad hoc analyses to support cross-functional teams including finance, accounting, purchasing, manufacturing, etc.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies
Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting (standard costing, accounting for variances, determination of overheads)
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Detail oriented and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Problem solving and analytical skills
This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner
Makes safety the number one priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Education
Minimum Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or other related fields or equivalent experience
Preferred:
Master's Degree Business Administration
Certification/License:
Required: None
Preferred: CPA, CA Board of Accountancy (active preferred but inactive acceptable)
Foreign Language
Required: None Required
Preferred: Minimum Professional Proficiency, Spanish and/or Japanese
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Salary
$78,619.75 - $113,998.64 / Yearly
Benefits
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
Los Angeles County applicants only * Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!
Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.
From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.
We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!
Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.
Consider applying here, if you want to:
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Cost Accountant II
The Cost Accountant II position is responsible for monitoring, collecting, updating, analyzing, summarizing and evaluating cost related information. This position assists management decision making by continuous improvement of cost management processes and models to support margin analysis.
Essential Functions
Responsibilities:
Assist with the monthly financial close process and ensure the accuracy of system generated transactions and manual entries
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations to assist in the month-end close process
Analyze inventory variances by location, product category, etc.
Monitor, analyze and report on cost trends of inventory and raw materials to interpret overall cost of goods sold and margin variations
Perform heavy data manipulation within Excel and Access
Aid in the preparation of various month-end/year-end reports and schedules including inventory reconciliations, journal entries, cost of goods sold analysis, inventory on hand reports, etc.
Review monthly inventory detail to identify excess/obsolete items and record related journal entries (i.e. maintain E&O reserve)
Compile, analyze and communicate monthly scrap and shrinkage results by plant and identify areas for scrap reduction
Review/compare various inventory reports to identify discrepancies and make proper recommendations
Review existing processes, tools and controls for opportunities to improve effectiveness and to transfer best practices across the organization and change them accordingly
Interact with cross-functional teams such as manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and other departments to better understand their needs and to be proactive and resolve issues in a timely manner
Maintain clean documentation and supporting data for each completed task
Provide full support during company financial audits
Perform various ad hoc analyses to support cross-functional teams including finance, accounting, purchasing, manufacturing, etc.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
4 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies
Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting (standard costing, accounting for variances, determination of overheads)
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Detail oriented and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Problem solving and analytical skills
This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner
Makes safety the number one priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Education
Minimum Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or other related fields or equivalent experience
Preferred:
Master's Degree Business Administration
Certification/License:
Required: None
Preferred: CPA, CA Board of Accountancy (active preferred but inactive acceptable)
Foreign Language
Required: None Required
Preferred: Minimum Professional Proficiency, Spanish and/or Japanese
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Salary
$78,619.75 - $113,998.64 / Yearly
Benefits
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
Los Angeles County applicants only * Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!
Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.
From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.
We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!
Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.