Cost Accountant - Covington, GA

• The Cost Accountant/Cost Analyst will be responsible for:
• Planning, Studying, and collecting data to determine costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor
• Analyzing data collected and recording results
• Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided, to determine effects on cost
• Analyzing actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
• Recording cost information for use in controlling expenditures
• Analyzing audits of costs and preparing reports
• Making estimates of new and proposed product costs
• Providing management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
• Maintaining Cost Accounting System
• Assisting in Month end close of the General Ledger
• Conducts physical inventories and monitors cycle count program
• Reconciles finished goods inventories

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, a combination of education and experience may substitute for degree,
• Must have a strong Cost systems background and have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles
• Must be able to work as in a team environment as well as individually
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to build solid business relationships with all employees and departments
• Computer Literate – Strong Excel skills and the ability to use Microsoft office software
• Experience with SAP a plus
• Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of cost standards
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Must be a self-starter and have a desire for learning and embracing change

Pay $65,000 - $80,000 Per Year