COST ACCOUNTANT I-MG75100 COST ACCOUNTING

LISI Aerospace•City of Industry, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees the day-to-day cost accounting activities for the COI plant. May be assigned to specific plant areas to analyze product cost, profitability, and recommend cost improvement needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from a four-year College or University in Accounting or equivalent degree.
Three or more years of cost accountant experience preferably in manufacturing.
Knowledge of integrated accounting software.
Knowledge of database software.
Knowledge of internet software.
Knowledge of inventory software.
Knowledge of manufacturing software.
Knowledge of payroll systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR.

Nice To Haves

Synthesizes complex or diverse information.
Collects and researches data.
Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
Understands the work flows and procedures.
Understands and has working knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial and accounting principles.
Analyzes, evaluates, and develops processes and procedures to ensure accurate and timely consolidation of product costs and profitability.
Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
Listens intently to others and seeks clarification.
Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation.
Demonstrates group presentation skills.
Participates in meetings.
Writes documents clearly and accurately.
Transfers technical data into meaningful written documents that can be understood by all levels of the organization.
Balances team and individual responsibilities.
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
Gives and welcomes feedback.
Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Puts success of team above own interests.
Understands business implications of decisions.
Displays orientation to profitability.
Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.
Aligns work with strategic goals.
Works within approved budget.
Develops and implements cost saving measures.
Contributes to profits and revenue.
Conserves organizational resources.
Adapts to changes in the work environment.
Manages competing demands.
Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Prioritizes and plans work activities.
Uses time efficiently.
Plans for additional resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary.
Sets goals and objectives.
Develops realistic action plans.
Approaches others in a tactful manner.
Reacts well under pressure.
Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Accepts responsibility for own actions.
Follows through on commitments.

Responsibilities

Conducts on-demand analysis of product cost and/or profitability.
Works in conjunction with the Plant Controller to ensure timely month-end reporting.
Provides detailed P&L analysis to the Plant Controller.
Prepares, audits, and improves the creation of Profit and Loss (P&L) monthly statements.
Implements all capital expenditure processes, tracks all payment plans, and assigns a number to the asset.
Maintains, reviews, and audits inventories including but not limited to; finished goods, raw materials, work in process (WIP), tooling, and fixed assets.
Partners with key internal customers (i.e., operations) to ensure accurate and meaningful reporting and analysis.
Evaluates and calculates inventory values to ensure accurate cost roll-up.
Responsible for sustaining the ERP system cost accounting module to ensure system integrity.
Processes all Monadnock expenses for reimbursement.
Assists the Plant Controller with special projects.
Follows all 5S department procedures which include but are not limited to; keeping floors clean of oil and debris, returning tools to proper locations, organizing part pans, and performing other housekeeping duties.
Attends all required job-related training (internal and external).
All employees are responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
Continually seeks opportunities to improve HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting results.
Other duties may be assigned.