Cost Accountant

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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and analytical skills, detailed oriented, knowledgeable about statistics and have strong problem-solving skills
They have the ability to work comfortably under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines
To ensure success, the Cost Accountant should be confident, professional, and meticulous with a keen interest in cost-efficient operations of the organization
Have the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team
2- 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
2 - 4 years of experience with SAP ERP FICO required
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 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
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs; climb stairs, may be exposed to extreme heat or cold
May be exposed to industrial level noise, must ware all PPE that is required including hearing protection when in the manufacturing facility
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Responsibilities
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
Job description
McKinley Packaging, is a World Class, Sustainable Corrugated Container manufacturer with multiple facilities across the U.S. We are currently seeking an experienced Cost Accountant at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Covington, GA.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational and analytical skills, detailed oriented, knowledgeable about statistics and have strong problem-solving skills. They have the ability to work comfortably under pressure and deliver on tight deadlines. To ensure success, the Cost Accountant should be confident, professional, and meticulous with a keen interest in cost-efficient operations of the organization. Have the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

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
• 2 - 4 years of experience with SAP ERP FICO required
• 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 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

Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs; climb stairs, may be exposed to extreme heat or cold
• May be exposed to industrial level noise, must ware all PPE that is required including hearing protection when in the manufacturing facility

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

"McKinley Packaging provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training."

United States
Georgia
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