Cost Accountant

Chart Industries•Canton, MI

About The Position

Chart is looking for a Sr Cost Accountant who can sit at either our Canton, GA or Theodore, AL location. The Sr Cost Accountant is responsible for cost accounting activities and works with management and operations team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of inventory and other manufacturing costs. The position also provides guidance to AP staff and procurement with regards to procedures, coding, and resolutions. The Sr Cost Accountant assists the Controller and Assistant Controller on achieving department goals and objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Similar
3 years of accounting experience
3 years of inventory/cost accounting experience in manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience with “Big 4” Accounting Firm preferred
CPA preferred

Responsibilities

Maintaining standard costs and inventory valuation both on a daily and monthly basis through PPV analysis
Participating in the month end close process including journal entry, reconciliation and reporting processes
Responsible for bill of material review, analysis, and modification suggestions
Analyzing inventory quarterly and preparing reserve adjustments
Monitoring cycle counts and inventory disposition
Reconciling and reviewing of intercompany balances
Presenting various accounting reports to the top management and making suitable observations and recommendation
Managing operational data and maintaining data accuracy and integrity
Assisting the accounting team in ensuring timeliness and accuracy of the financial statements
Reviewing financial data periodically to ensure fairness and completeness of the data
Handles special projects as requested by management
Helps with preparation of the yearly audit
Helps maintain the internal control environment
Assists with safeguarding the assets of investors
Stays current on changes in regulations and other industry news