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What To Expect
As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Versailles, MO plant, you will be a Cost Accountant.
As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for mid-level accounting functions, including payroll, accounts payable, standard costing, budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and month-end closing. This role ensures the timely completion of daily, monthly, and annual accounting activities as assigned by the Plant Controller, maintaining accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities (to name a few)
- Complete statistical and financial data analysis for budgeting and forecasting.
- Gather and process timecard information for payroll.
- Compare and update standard production costs across multiple plants as needed.
- Track fixed assets and capital projects through to capitalization.
- Monitoring all spending accounts for accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare, review, and finalize financial results on a daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budget schedules as assigned by the Controller.
- Conduct variance analyses and financial performance evaluations.
- Enter, review, and reconcile Oracle data.
- Process journal entries and maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepare general ledger account reconciliations.
- Handle daily mail and check deposits.
- Ensure compliance with corporate mandates for Fundamental Financial Controls and SOX requirements.
- Assist with external audits by providing necessary data and communicating inquiries.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities, such as updating standard work, enhancing processes, and improving transaction efficiency.
- Assist local Operations and Corporate Finance teams with daily, weekly, and monthly financial and operational metrics.
About You
- Degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
- 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience.
- Previous cost accounting experience preferred.
- Prior experience in a global manufacturing environment is beneficial.
- Knowledge of intercompany accounting processes; international accounting knowledge is a plus.
- Experience with SOX controls, auditing processes, and financial compliance.
- Proficiency in financial module systems and general ledger systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.
- Experience working with large databases.
- Ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights to both financial and non-financial audiences.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Full-Time
- Relocation is provided
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
- Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
- 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
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