Plant Cost Accountant, Robert Half

Plant Cost Accountant

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Oakland

Category:

Finance

Contract Type:

Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

As a Plant Cost Accountant, you will be expected to handle a variety of tasks, including maintaining pricing files, preparing production reports, and conducting cost analyses for new products. You will also play a crucial role in audits and inventory tracking, as well as maintaining our ERP system and ensuring accurate monthly closing.

Job Responsibility:

Accurately and efficiently process customer credit applications
Maintain and update pricing files on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Prepare daily and weekly production reports, including profit and loss statements, labor hour analysis, and the progress of cost savings against plan
Conduct cost analysis for new products to determine production viability and profitability
Participate in financial and inventory audits, ensuring accurate documentation and physical counts
Monitor inventory flow through the ERP system and work with the manufacturing team to ensure accurate cycle counts
Maintain and develop ERP system costing for customer products, ensuring accurate monthly closing
Prepare monthly and year-to-date budget analysis for management review and decision making
Produce weekly, period, and quarterly analysis and variance reports for Plant Management review
Monitor finished goods on a daily basis and reconcile any discrepancies
Review invoices for accuracy, prepare check requests or purchase orders, and ensure timely payment
Prepare month-end general accruals and account reconciliations
Participate in problem-solving activities to improve facility operations
Adhere to safety procedures and regulations, promoting a safe working environment

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role as a Plant Cost Accountant
Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
Experience with ADP - Financial Services is preferable
Familiarity with Crystal Reports is advantageous
Knowledge of Epicor software is essential
Practical experience with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning is required
Capability to handle various Accounting Functions effectively
Experience in managing Accounts Payable (AP) is necessary
Skills in Auditing are essential
Comprehensive understanding of Budget Processes
Proficiency in managing Cash Activity
Expertise in Cost Accounting is required
Familiarity with Manufacturing Cost Accounting
Experience in conducting Annual Inventory is preferred
Knowledge of SAP Manufacturing is beneficial
Ability to effectively manage Month End Close

Nice to have:

Experience with ADP - Financial Services
Familiarity with Crystal Reports
Knowledge of SAP Manufacturing

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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