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Cost Accountant

Gables Search Group

South Windsor, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Financial Audit, Forecasting, Inventory Control System, Inventory Costing, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Inventory Transactions, Inventory Turns, Journal Entries, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Marginal Costing, Microsoft Excel, Physical Demands, Physical Inventory, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Costing, Product Management, Product Support, Reconciliation, Screw Machining, Time Management, Variable Costs, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
South Windsor, CT
POSTED
13 days ago

Cost Accountant

As part of the Accounting Department, the Cost Accountant is a supporting resource managing Product Costing, Work Order Closure Gains/Losses, Metal Management programs including refining relationships, metal locks and metal inventory accuracy for all locations. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

Inventory Costing and Controls:

  • Participate in the annual cost roll by reviewing material costs and calculating direct labor and overhead rates.
  • Prepare periodic job order variances reporting and assist with variance review.
  • Reconcile copper ledger scrap reporting to physical scrap. 
  • Assist with monthly metals reconciliation to the ledger and bank balances. 
  • Assist with annual physical inventory count as needed.
  • Calculate and report on cycle count accuracy and perform quarterly cycle count audits. 
  • Assist in review of Metal gains and losses.
  • Prepare quarterly Excess and Obsolete inventory reports and coordinate scrap of obsolete items. 
  • Update item Master in M2M system as necessary.
  • Roll standard cost for individual items as needed. 
  • Prepare various inventory turn reporting (Metal turns, inventory turns) and labor reporting.
  • Investigate labor reporting errors; reconcile the Screw Machine Department scrap.
  • Perform various inventory transactions in the M2M system. 
  • Monitor tooling job orders.

 

General Ledger and FP&A:

  • Perform timely and accurate month-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations. 
  • Provide support for an annual financial audit.
  • Participate in preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual budget.
  • Assist in validation of budgeted headcount to production hours during annual budget process. 
  • Support the Cost Accounting Manager in review of margins and product costing.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to navigate Job Costing/Inventory Control System.
  • Strong Excel skills are crucial.
  • Good written and oral communication skills with management and personnel are necessary.
  • Be neat and detail oriented.
  • An affinity for numbers is vital.

Experience & Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting is required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of inventory control.
  • Demonstrated management of inventory movement controls and costing.
  • 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

   Physical Requirements: 

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
  • Some domestic and international travel might be required.

 

About the Company

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Gables Search Group

Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002.  Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.

At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations.  Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.

Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
https://www.gablessearch.com/

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