Cost Accountant

4 weeks ago

Lafayette, United States Ludo Fact USA Full time

**Company Overview**:
Ludo Fact USA is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in the production of high-quality board games, jigsaw puzzles and packaging solutions. As a German-owned company, we serve domestic and international clients for the US market. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we cater to clients across the gaming industry, ensuring the seamless production of engaging and entertaining products.

**Position Overview**:
The Cost Accountant will play a vital role in analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on the company's cost structures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Cost Accountant will be responsible for various standard tasks related to cost accounting, as well as additional duties such as price estimation, post-calculation for finished projects, and serving as a backup for general accounting tasks. The Cost Accountant will collaborate closely with other members of the finance team, as well as cross-functional departments within the organization.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Monitor production costs and variances, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
- Implement absorption calculation for monthly reporting, ensuring accurate allocation of overhead costs to products or departments.
- Assist in the development and implementation of cost accounting policies and procedures.
- Generate cost reports for management review.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights on cost-related matters.
- Perform post-calculation analysis for finished projects to evaluate actual costs versus estimated costs, providing insights for future planning.
- Serve as a backup for general accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and month-end closing activities.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in cost accounting, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
- Cost accounting: 1 year (preferred)
- ERP systems: 1 year (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Lafayette, IN 47905 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Lafayette, IN 47905: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

  • Cost Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Lafayette, United States Ludo Fact USA Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview:Ludo Fact USA is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in the production of high-quality board games, jigsaw puzzles and packaging solutions. As a German-owned company, we serve domestic and international clients for the US market. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we...

  • Cost Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Lafayette, United States Ludo Fact USA Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview:Ludo Fact USA is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in the production of high-quality board games, jigsaw puzzles and packaging solutions. As a German-owned company, we serve domestic and international clients for the US market. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we...

  • Cost Accountant

    1 day ago

    Lafayette, United States Ludo Fact USA Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Overview:Ludo Fact USA is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in the production of high-quality board games, jigsaw puzzles and packaging solutions. As a German-owned company, we serve domestic and international clients for the US market. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we...

  • Cost Accountant

    1 week ago

    Lafayette, United States ZF Group Full time

    Req ID 68783 | CSS Lafayette Plant, United States   About the Team: At the ZF Lafayette facility, the Cost Accountant is responsible for developing and maintaining standard costs for inventory valuation in the ERP, analyzing, understanding, reporting, and forecasting material expenses and variances, and working closely with Operations, plant...

  • Cost Accountant

    1 week ago

    Lafayette, Louisiana, United States ZF Group Full time

    Req ID 68783 | CSS Lafayette Plant, United States About the Team: At the ZF Lafayette facility, the Cost Accountant is responsible for developing and maintaining standard costs for inventory valuation in the ERP, analyzing, understanding, reporting, and forecasting material expenses and variances, and working closely with Operations, plant Engineering,...

  • Cost Accountant

    24 hours ago

    Lafayette, Louisiana, United States ZF Group Full time

    Req ID 68783 | CSS Lafayette Plant, United States About the Team: At the ZF Lafayette facility, the Cost Accountant is responsible for developing and maintaining standard costs for inventory valuation in the ERP, analyzing, understanding, reporting, and forecasting material expenses and variances, and working closely with Operations, plant Engineering,...

  • Cost Accountant

    5 days ago

    Lafayette, United States ZF Group Full time

    Req ID 68783 | CSS Lafayette Plant, United States About the Team: At the ZF Lafayette facility, the Cost Accountant is responsible for developing and maintaining standard costs for inventory valuation in the ERP, analyzing, understanding, reporting, and forecasting material expenses and variances, and working closely with Operations, plant Engineering,...

  • Construction Cost Estimator

    1 month ago

    Lafayette, United States A&J Superior Construction LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionConstruction Cost EstimatorSalary Range: 40k-60kGeneral AccountabilitiesTravels to job sites to gather information on materials needed and labor required.Analyzes specifications and technical documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.Prepares estimates for use in selecting vendors or...

  • Construction Cost Estimator

    1 day ago

    Lafayette, United States A&J Superior Construction LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionConstruction Cost EstimatorSalary Range: 40k-60kGeneral AccountabilitiesTravels to job sites to gather information on materials needed and labor required.Analyzes specifications and technical documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.Prepares estimates for use in selecting vendors or...

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Lafayette, United States JP Oil Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPreparing monthly/quarterly account analysis & reconciliations, journal entries, and work papersMaintaining spreadsheets to allocate costs across multiple properties/entitiesAnalyzing income statements & balance sheetsProviding financial/accounting information by preparing reports/projectsMust have experience with external audit...

  • Project Accountant

    1 week ago

    Lafayette, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Looking for a job where you get to help shape and positively impact the future? Join Advantage Resourcing as a Project Accountant in Lafayette, LA and work for our partner company which is a leader in the construction industry and disaster relief, where we work hard, innovate, restore, and build a better tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual who...

  • Project Accountant

    4 hours ago

    Lafayette, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Looking for a job where you get to help shape and positively impact the future? Join Advantage Resourcing as a Project Accountant in Lafayette, LA and work for our partner company which is a leader in the construction industry and disaster relief, where we work hard, innovate, restore, and build a better tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual who...

  • Project Accountant

    7 days ago

    Lafayette, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Looking for a job where you get to help shape and positively impact the future? Join Advantage Resourcing as a Project Accountant in Lafayette, LA and work for our partner company which is a leader in the construction industry and disaster relief, where we work hard, innovate, restore, and build a better tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual...

  • Project Accountant

    1 day ago

    Lafayette, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Looking for a job where you get to help shape and positively impact the future? Join Advantage Resourcing as a Project Accountant in Lafayette, LA and work for our partner company which is a leader in the construction industry and disaster relief, where we work hard, innovate, restore, and build a better tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual...

  • Project Accountant

    22 hours ago

    Lafayette, Louisiana, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Looking for a job where you get to help shape and positively impact the future? Join Advantage Resourcing as a Project Accountant in Lafayette, LA and work for our partner company which is a leader in the construction industry and disaster relief, where we work hard, innovate, restore, and build a better tomorrow. We are seeking a motivated individual who...

  • Accounting Manager, CPA

    2 weeks ago

    Lafayette, United States Staffmark Group Full time

    Advantage Resourcing is currently seeking a Finance Manager with strong analytical prowess and strategic acumen to join our team in Lafayette, LA. This is a direct hire position offering a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $100,000 per year. As the Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and optimizing financial performance....

  • Accounting Manager, CPA

    12 hours ago

    Lafayette, United States Staffmark Group Full time

    Advantage Resourcing is currently seeking a Finance Manager with strong analytical prowess and strategic acumen to join our team in Lafayette, LA. This is a direct hire position offering a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $100,000 per year. As the Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and optimizing financial performance....

  • Accounting Manager, CPA

    7 days ago

    Lafayette, United States Advantage Resourcing Full time

    Advantage Resourcing is currently seeking a Finance Manager with strong analytical prowess and strategic acumen to join our team in Lafayette, LA. This is a direct hire position offering a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $100,000 per year. As the Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and optimizing financial performance....

  • Digital Account Manager

    2 days ago

    Lafayette, United States Coastal Television Broadcasting Group LLC Full time

    **Position Overview** Star City is looking for a digital specialist to take our revenue initiatives to the next level. The Digital Account Executive is responsible for directing digital sales efforts for all digital marketing services, both closing sales and identifying target accounts. You must be an expert in local digital and cross-platform sales, have a...

  • Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Specialist

    19 hours ago

    Lafayette, United States CBEM Full time

    CBEM brings lasting, positive changes to the individuals with developmental disabilities we serve, some of whom experience mental illness. Our process begins with observations from which we design a comprehensive plan. It continues on as we teach our clients and their circle of support how to obtain positive, sustainable outcomes. Job Title: Accounts...