Cost Accountant
Weatherford International
Wallingford, CT
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Balance Sheet, Billing, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cost Accounting, Cross-Functional, Depreciation, Detail Oriented, Expense Tracking, Finance, Financial Planning, Financial Reporting, Fixed Asset Management, General Ledger Accounting, Hyperion, J D Edwards, Leadership, Manufacturing Cost, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Profit & Loss Analysis, Reconciliation, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Transaction Processing/Management
LOCATION
Wallingford, CT
POSTED
30+ days ago
As a Cost Accountant, you'll manage accounting transactions, compile financial information, handle billing, and create accurate financial reports for the Wallingford, CT location.
Key Responsibilities
• Reconcile General Ledger accounts and support month-end closing
• Create daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports
• Manage fixed assets, track depreciation, and analyze profit/loss statements
• Record and reconcile balance sheet accounts and accruals
• Prepare product costing calculations
• Handle intercompany transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and monitor capital expenditure requests (AFEs)
• Support audits, budgeting, and special financial projects
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Collaborate with leadership on financial planning and business strategy
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business field
• 5-8 years of manufacturing cost accounting experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley and SEC requirements
• Experience working with operational teams
• Adaptable to change with proven flexibility
• JD Edwards and Hyperion knowledge is a plus
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