Accountant Analyst

Position Overview

The Accountant Analyst is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and reporting cost accounting and financial information to support management decision-making. This role focuses heavily on manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, variance analysis, month-end close, and financial reporting while partnering closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Analysis

• Compile, analyze, and report cost accounting information, including:
  • Product costs
  • Manufacturing variances
  • Inventory valuation
  • Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
• Analyze material, labor, overhead, scrap, rework, and other manufacturing cost drivers.
• Identify cost trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and review standard costs, Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and overhead rates.
• Partner with Operations and management to explain cost variances, evaluate business performance, and recommend corrective actions.

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Support month-end close activities, including:
  • Journal entries
  • Account reconciliations
  • Inventory analysis
  • Variance reporting
• Prepare financial and operational reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing cost, inventory, and manufacturing performance data.
• Present financial information clearly to team members, leadership, and senior management.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Analyze projected manufacturing costs, inventory, and COGS.
• Assist management with financial analysis to support operational and business decisions.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable financial reporting requirements.
• Apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable accounting regulations.
• Support compliance with Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), as applicable.

Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Support

• Apply continuous improvement methodologies to enhance cost accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving:
  • Inventory
  • Manufacturing operations
  • Financial systems
  • Process improvements
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, customers, and other business partners.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BS) required.
• 6+ years of related accounting/financial experience preferred.
• Strong experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and applicable accounting regulations.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Cost accounting
  • Standard costing
  • Inventory valuation
  • Cost of Goods Sold
  • Manufacturing variance analysis
  • Material, labor, and overhead costs
  • Scrap and rework analysis
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems, spreadsheet applications, and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Experience preparing detailed reports, graphs, presentations, and business correspondence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and management teams.