Senior Cost & Inventory Accountant

Quaker Chemical Corp

PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Intelligence, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Internal Audit, Inventory Costs, Journal Entries, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Organizational Skills, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Product Costing, Production Costing, Reconciliation, Requirements Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Standard Costing, Supply Chain, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

This includes

Adhere to the annual and monthly standard costing process for calculation review and update of standard costs. Adhere to global Cost & Inventory Accounting policies and procedures to establish a consistent approach for Cost & Inventory Accounting processes. Communicate with finance and supply chain stakeholders for raw material prices landed cost data production master data and questions related to cost variances and cost reporting. Handle costing issues that need resolution in an independent manner

Reporting of product costs cost variances and inventory valuation per SOX control and business control requirements Analyze and prepare monthly cost variance reporting for the analysis of purchase price and manufacturing variances. Prepare journal entries. Perform month-end and year-end cost & inventory accounting activities including ensuring financial accuracy of postings and COGS object accounts and performing necessary account reconciliations. Support both internal and external audit teams by providing requested documents and approvals.

Follow and communicate policies and procedures to establish a consistent approach across the organization for cost and inventory accounting processes. Provide support for transformation activities for the improvement of Cost & Inventory Accounting processes.

Adhere to a culture of continuous improvement automation digitization adherence and proactively propose enhancement to Global Standards. Ensure application of the global process governed by a set of clearly defined controls. Act as point of contact for operational Cost & Inventory Accounting for other finance and business stakeholders.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Training Bachelors degree (BS) in accounting, finance, or related field required. CPA or equivalent a plus.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • 5-7 years finance experience with minimum of 2 years in manufacturing sectors
  • Experience with cost & inventory accounting
  • Ability to professionally communicate with all levels of the organization
  • Attention to detail and proven organizational skills
  • Ability to solve problems and work in an autonomous manner
  • Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills
  • Interest and proficiency with using technology including ERP, business intelligence reporting, and AI tools
  • Motivated by continuous learning and growth with a mindset that challenges the status quo.

About the Company

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Quaker Chemical Corp

As a global employer, Quaker Chemical and it's subsidiaries has developed a unique culture that encourages high involvement and active collaboration at all levels. We are committed to creating a work environment which values and leverages diverse backgrounds, experiences, and cultures.

Quaker supports career growth, placing strong emphasis on personal and professional development. Individuals who are prepared to drive their own advancement will find challenges in various assignments, on-the-job training, formal and informal development and structured educational opportunities. Advancement in Quaker is based on individual performance, business needs and individual interest and capabilities. We seek to hire those who share our values, and want to expand and apply their talents to make a difference. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits program, and much more!

 

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals
FOUNDED
1918
WEBSITE
https://www.quakerchem.com/