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Minth North America lists this Cost Accountant opportunity in lewisburg, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cost AccountantOur Finance team is expanding and looking to add a Cost Accountant. We are looking for a dynamic and driven candidate interested in joining a fast-growing global company in the automotive sector.The Cost Accountant position is responsible for the ongoing analysis of process constraints, target costing projects, margin analysis, and tracing costs back to underlying activities. The cost accountant must also construct and monitor those cost-effective data accumulation systems needed to provide an appropriate level of costing information to management. Other responsibilities include:Administer cost accounting activities to ensure accurate costing and valuation of production, cost of sales and inventory;Assist with the monthly closing process by preparing and posting month-end journal entries, as well as preparation of monthly financial reports on a timely basis;Monthly tracking of standard cost compared to actual cost. Provide monthly product margin and profit analysis (sales, standard cost, freight, manufacturing overhead and variances, etc.), and prepare recommendations for action;Responsible for physical inventory and reconciliation, Identification of excess and obsolete inventory ;Establish standards for material, labour and overhead annually and for new products, as needed;Review the new product cost model and prepare recommendations for action;To participate in continuous improvement activities that enhance the cost competition at the plant ;Assist with preparation and evaluation of weekly flash, monthly forecast, and annual budget;Other duties as assignedTo be a qualified candidate you must meet the following :Completed Bachelor's Accounting degree or equivalent experience2 years experience working in an Accountant position with a manufacturing facilityExcellent verbal and written communicationAble to work different hours and shifts as neededKey to being successful in this role:Strong cost accounting skillsSolid decision-making skills and ability to exercise independent judgmentPrioritize and plan work activities efficiently to meet deadlines; work on multiple tasks & projects simultaneouslyAbility to deal with change, delays, or unexpected eventsAbility to work in a team environment with varied departments and diverse personalitiesDetailed-oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills;Strong understanding of ERP transactions, Proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, Intermediate to advanced MS Excel knowledge & skillsWhy work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth.International development platformDynamic and efficient teamAll-round personal improvementPersonalized humanistic careDiversified working atmosphereModern office settingCompetitive compensation package
Worksite address
lewisburg, TN, 37091, US
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