Production Cost Accountant

Adams Communications Co • Princeton, MN

115d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The role is based at the Princeton Print Facility in Princeton, MN, and focuses on standardizing printing plants across APG. The successful candidate will develop strategies to reduce costs and study product pricing to ensure the best possible return on investment for the company. Responsibilities include preparing budget reports for internal clients, investigating discrepancies in financial records, and conducting regular audits to ensure compliance with accounting practices and regulations.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance or commerce with a specialization in accountancy.
• 3+ years of experience in the accountancy field or an equivalent role. Printing environment experience desired.
• Proficiency in general accounting software and well-acquainted with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Exceptional ability to think critically and make decisions based on data analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in discussing financial reports with company stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to turn data spreadsheets and analysis into a report that allows others to understand and develop execution strategies to move the organization forward.
• Relevant certifications like Cost Public Accountant (CPA) or Cost Management Accountant (CMA).
• Passion for numbers and competence in assessing larger datasets.
• Aptitude for mathematics, statistics, and various cost analysis techniques.
• Unswerving critical, analytical, and interpretation capabilities.
• Willingness to work in a team or individually, as required.

Responsibilities

• Examine costs of production to determine the most efficient methods of production.
• Ensure accurate classification of expenses under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Research collective company material and service(s) costs to ensure the accuracy of the information in the company’s accounting system, and opportunity to negotiate pricing.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard prices to actual production costs. Communicate best practices across APG plants.
• Participate in physical inventory counts to ensure the accuracy of inventory records. Evaluate onsite inventory needs.
• Analyze quarterly internal allocations to other ECM regions and Central Regions for fix and variable cost assessment.
• Produce, articulate and review projections of cost for regional operations to aid in decision making process.
• Travel to APG locations up to 10%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree