Cost Accountant General accounting

The Company

Our Client is a manufacturer of highvolume carbon/graphite components and molded thermoset parts that are used in a wide variety of electrical mechanical and thermal applications. We are located in Menomonee Falls and have 90 employees. Although we operate independently we are part of the Schunk Group a worldwide company headquartered in Germany with 1.4 billion in sales annually and diverse operations in 28 different countries.

The Opportunity

Be part of a team who really like where they work! We have an opening for a motivated and energetic Cost Accountant with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Our Accounting Team consists of 4 people in total.

Qualifications

• 3 5 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Accounting degree or equivalent experience
• Strong computer skills including SAP and Excel

Essential Job Functions (JobSpecific Knowledge/Skills)

• Cycle counting and inventory reporting
• Perform standard costs update including updating labor/machine and overhead costs
• Analyze cost of goods sold and explain variances to plan and historical
• Analyzes changes in raw materials manufacturing methods or services provided to determine effects on costs
• Review and understand monthend cost related variances including PPV material labor scrap and overhead absorption
• Implement and maintain monthly internal reporting package
• Provides administrative and/or analytical support for capital projects as necessary
• Perform detailed general ledger account analysis for inventory and capital equipment accounts
• Analyze manufacturing and cost data; convert data into relevant insights and actionable recommendations
• Review existing processes and recommend process improvements to gain efficiency
• Assist with monthend & yearend closing and external audits as needed
• Other special projects or necessary duties as required for harmonious business business growth and working relationships

Benefits and Total Compensation

The company offers a competitive employment package that includes:

• Competitive wages with formal bonus program
• 401(k) plan Companyprovided contribution of 3% of salary (paid biweekly)
• Company Pension Fund in addition to the 401k plan
• Comprehensive Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• CompanyPaid Benefits include: Short and LongTerm Disability Life/AD&D Insurance for you and every family member
• Generous PTO plan and paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities Women Veterans Disabilities.