ILUS - Cost Accountant

Daifuku•Hobart, IN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Daifuku Intralogistics North America is the nation’s leading independent, U.S.‐based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in‐house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading‐edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light‐directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures. The Cost Accountant ensures the integrity of cost accounting information by planning, studying and collecting manufacturing data to determine activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
3-5 years of Cost Accounting experience in a public or private company
Knowledge of manufacturing / account accounting software and programs
Highly detail-oriented and organized
Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring Sponsorship
Must be available to work on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana
A collaborative team player who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting

Responsibilities

Improve manufacturing costs and pricing processes, procedures and standards
Analyze and develop cost standards for materials and labor
Analyze manufacturing wastes and identify ways to reduce inventory and proactively communicate the findings to Management
Analyze inventory valuations & revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and IFRS
Support the Revit transition and coordinates interaction between finance and manufacturing
Scrutinize manufacturing cost variances & optimize profitability
Develops and maintains timely and accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP
Assists with monthly closing process; posting journal entries and conducting reconciliations
Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting
Investigate, propose and spear head process improvements relating to manufacturing expenses
Participate and provide a support in internal / external auditing and other activities as requested