Manufacturing cost accountant

Are you looking for a new opportunity? We are looking for a Cost Accountant in the Buffalo, NY area. Must have at least 3 years of relevant cost accounting or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Apply if applicable or email lexi.conway@randstadusa.com with any questions. salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities•Maintain master data within ERP system including products, customers, standard cots, labor rates, overhead factors, routings and bill of materials •Lead all costing activities associated with new product development •Partner with supply chain on product costs and update standards, as needed •Partner with operations to analyze overhead and labor rates allowing for updates to standard, as needed •Perform variance analysis between actual and standard cost •Support all process/equipment improvement efforts to analyze cost, ROI, efficiency gains and ultimately, detail the impact(s) to standard costs •Perform balance sheet reconciliations including all inventory accounts •Perform account reconciliations and analysis around standard cost absorption, purchase price variance and waste •Oversee inventory valuation and control processes •Oversee annual physical inventory audit •Assist in month-end and year-end close process •Assist in annual financial review/audit with 3rd party audit firm •Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and systems •Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments •Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment •Other duties assigned by management •Attendance is an essential function of the jobSkillsCost AccountingCost ReportingDirect CostStandard Cost/Cost Accounting StandardsManufacturing Cost AcctQualificationsYears of experience: 4 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.