Manufacturing Cost Accountant

4 days ago


Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States MRA - The Management Association Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Controller/Cost Accountant

Company: MRA - The Management Association

Location: Fairfield, OH

Pay: $90,000 - $100,000 per year

Schedule: Monday-Friday, in-office position, approximately 7:30am -- 4:30pm

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and production costing analysis and inventory as well as managing and performing all accounting operations to include billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Fixed Assets and Revenue Recognition.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Compare standard cost to actual cost and identify and explain variances by customer, part number and production jobs
  • Work closely with engineering and manufacturing personnel to resolve variances and adjust Bills of Materials (BOM's)
  • Oversee financial analysis, reporting and strategic initiatives; Assist in the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
  • Prepare timely monthly financial statements; Perform month-end and year-end close process
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting; Participate in year-end Review with outside accountants
  • Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
  • Produce daily production, variance, and ad hoc reports
  • Review and analyze standard and actual costs for variances and prepare reports
  • Update standard costs and ensure accuracy in the Bill of Materials (BOM's)
  • Prepare, analyze and report monthly gross margin analysis by customer, part number and production jobs
  • Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, or services to determine effects on costs
  • Study and collect data to determine costs of business activities such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor
  • Responsible for account reconciliation of physical inventories and cycle counts
  • Prepare periodic inventory reserves reconciliation, analyzing inventory for risk, and monitoring with support from internal stakeholders
  • Work on special projects as required
Requirements:
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in Excel, experience in manipulating large databases a plus
  • Extraordinary interpersonal skills to work in conjunction with other departments
  • Must be a team player who also works well independently
  • Must be able to analyze data, draw conclusions, interpret results, and make recommendations
Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or similar and five (5) years in manufacturing cost accounting experience is preferred. CPA or CMA a plus.


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