Cost Accounting Manager

19 hours ago

Chattanooga, TN, United States Mueller Water Products Full time
Job Description:

The Cost Accounting Manager is responsible for all finance functions of the Chattanooga, TN plant including duties associated with the monthly financial close, maintaining a strong internal control environment, maintaining accuracy of the physical inventory, etc. This position will also provide analytical support to the Plant Controller, assisting to identify areas of opportunity to reduce costs and improve efficiencies. This position will be viewed as the facility as the "cost expert", helping manage costs as well as build and sustain a culture of cost control.

Required Skills:
  • Maintain product sales and cost of sales records.
  • Ensure accurate cost standards are established and variances properly recorded.
  • Prepare material variance analysis reports monthly and work with Supply Chain and Operations to root cause and correct.
  • Analyze gross margins to ensure accurate product costing.
  • Prepare and support month-end closings including cost accounting journals and account reconciliations.
  • Ensure procedures are followed for sales and operational material and that appropriate reserves are maintained.
  • Ensure accurate inventory valuation and assist with periodic inventories.
  • Prepare productivity tracking files and work with Operations on improvement events.
  • Perform internal control reviews as assigned.
  • Participate in month, quarter and year-end closing activities (10K, tax and audit schedules.)
Required Experience:
  • B.S. degree in Accounting, Finance or related field with accounting concentration
  • Master's Degree or CPA preferred
  • 3 - 5 years of experience in all aspects of manufacturing accounting.
  • Knowledge of GAAP accounting and automated accounting systems.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of employees, management and outside professionals.
  • Outstanding communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent computer/systems/PC skills.
  • Ability to perform, manage and/or direct multiple tasks and determine priorities.
  • Lean/Six Sigma experience.
  • ERP System experience, JDE E1, a plus. #LI-AS1


We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.

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