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Aston Carter

Cost Accountant

Aston Carter, Perry, Ohio, United States, 44081


Job Title: Cost AccountantJob Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant to perform a combination of cost accounting tasks on production contracts and provide general accounting support at month-end closings. The ideal candidate will analyze material, labor, and overhead cost variances, provide oversight, analysis, and reporting of company inventory, and manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end cost accounting close requirements to meet corporate deadlines.

Responsibilities

Perform a combination of cost accounting tasks on production contracts and provide general accounting support at month-end closings.

Analyze material, labor, and overhead cost variances.

Provide oversight, analysis, and reporting of company inventory.

Prepare monthly journal entries, analyze invoicing, reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, assign account coding, and approve expenditures.

Create and update new standard costs as requested.

Assist with the annual standard cost roll for various business groups.

Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end cost accounting close requirements to meet corporate deadlines.

Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries as part of the month-end close process.

Prepare cost accounting reports to monitor manufacturing expenses and inventory trends.

Review and explain month-end manufacturing variances between actual and standard costs.

Monitor and observe cycle counts, perform monthly account reconciliations, and input data into the corporate central database.

Manage the monthly scrap process.

Essential Skills

Cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience with ERP systems.

Detail-oriented.

Ability to work with diverse teams with multiple priorities.

Experience with complex software systems.

Strong problem-solving ability and experience identifying root causes.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration with an emphasis in accounting, or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Professional certification preferred.

Work Environment

The position requires working on-site 3-4 days a week and reporting to the interim Finance Director.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00

• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Perry,OH.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 11, 2024.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.