Cost Accountant Job at Jobot, Cedar Rapids, IA

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  • Jobot
  • Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Description

Come make an impact!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Alec Davis
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Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us:

Come make an impact with an industry leader!

Why join us?
  • Comprehensive Benefits Offering
  • Generous PTO
  • 401(K)
  • Collaborative environment which fosters career advancement

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement cost standards for materials and labor.
2. Prepare detailed reports, both periodically and as-needed, that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
3. Analyze production costs and recommend changes.
4. Work closely with the production team to understand and manage raw material and labor costs.
5. Coordinate physical inventory counts and perform cycle counts.
6. Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies.
7. Validate the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close.
8. Conduct ongoing process constraint analyses.
9. Report on breakeven points by products, work centers, and factories.
10. Report on periodic variances and their causes, focusing in particular on spending variances.
11. Analyze capital budgeting requests.
12. Perform cost accumulation tasks as a member of the target costing group.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required. A Master's degree or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation is preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant or similar role.
3. Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, procedures, and legislation.
4. Proficiency in accounting software, databases, and MS Excel.
5. Excellent analytical skills with a thorough knowledge of accounting principles to analyze financial reports and forecasts.
6. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
7. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
8. Strong communication and presentation skills.
9. Proven knowledge of budgeting and forecasting.
10. Familiarity with financial statement preparation.
11. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
12. Ability to work well with a team and collaborate with various departments.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to delve deep into the financial workings of our organization and make a significant impact on our success. If you are a seasoned professional with a keen eye for detail, exceptional analytical abilities, and a passion for efficiency, we would love to hear from you.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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