Financial Cost Analyst Jobs in Rutherfordton, NC

Summary

The purpose of this position is to ensure the adequacy of controls and accuracy of reporting relative to inventory. The Cost Analyst will assist the Plant Controller to determine that manufacturing and inventory movement data is translated into appropriate general ledger entries. They will assist with all closing responsibilities, analyze manufacturing variances and prepare supporting analyses to the financial statements. 

Reporting Relationship

Cost Analyst reports to the Plant Controller and dotted line to the Plant Manager. This position also works closely with the Division Controller/Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable and the Plant location's operating personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Works with the plant-manufacturing personnel to reinforce floor reporting procedures and to assist them with the recording activity to ensure data integrity on inventory reporting.

Assists plant-manufacturing with cycle counting and physical inventories to ensure accurate reporting of inventories and adjustments.

Assist with the entry of BOM.

Reviews and update standard costs for part numbers in the bill of materials.

Prepares PPV variance analysis and reporting.

Validates the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close.

Prepare analyze and report weekly, monthly, quarterly margins analysis by customer type

Assist in month-end closing, prepare journal entries, analyze inventory evaluation and inventory roll forward

Coordinate with IT department for system issues, maintenance and development such as production purchasing, receiving shipping and other

Analyze cost accounting data and assist with cycle count/physical inventories.

Maintain internal control documentation and test internal controls

Prepare detailed account analysis and reconcile balance sheet accounts.

Work on special projects as assigned

Assist with monthly inventory reconciliations and analysis.

Supports the annual budget process.

Participates in the annual standard cost update including the preparation of annual work center variable and fixed rates per hour.

Assists in the year-end audit; observes and audits physical inventories, prepares various schedules for the auditors and collects documentation to satisfy audit requests.

Other duties and tasks assigned by the Plant Controller and/or Plant Manager.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

Must have a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in the manufacturing industry. Experience in the implementation of policies, procedures and controls to meet the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley are a plus.

Ideal Candidates Will Also Possess

Excellent detail orientation and time management skills

Ability to prioritize work flow

Flexibility in approach and willingness to adapt when necessary

Proactive and action-oriented personality; comfort with fast pace and strong sense of urgency

Ability and experience working productively and proactively both independently and as part of a team

Strong interpersonal skills

Proven problem solving skills with a solutions focus

Strong math and analytical skills

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Excellent computer skills (see below)

Computer Skills

Thorough familiarity and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point) is required. Knowledge and use of Outlook soft (or similar) and accounting software (General Ledger, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Inventory, Manufacturing) would be beneficial.

Physical Demands

Degree of Physical Demands (Strength) usually associated with this classification:

Light work: Exerting ten (10) to fifteen (15) pounds of force infrequently.

Environmental Conditions (Physical Surroundings) usually associated with this classification: 

Incumbent is subject to internal office conditions and infrequently exposed to plant conditions such as exposure to loud noise(s).

Environmental Conditions (Hazards) usually associated with this classification: 

N/A

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