Senior Cost Accountant

Aston Carter • Creve Coeur, MO

20h • $85,000 - $117,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing the cost accounting and general ledger functions for designated manufacturing plants. This role serves as a crucial link between the plants and the headquarters finance organization, ensuring effective cost controlling and accurate financial reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent area of study.
• Minimum 3 years experience in manufacturing finance, plant, or cost accounting.
• Ability to work independently to successfully complete assignments.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• R3 SAP experience in FI and CO is highly desired.
• SOX audit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plant financial budgeting and forecasting reports.
• Perform monthly closing and variance analysis.
• Ensure consistency between plants for cost expense categorization.
• Issue monthly financial KPIs for plant cost controlling.
• Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
• Develop product cost standards.
• Prepare financial data for internal and external audits.
• Manage SOX controls for areas of responsibility.
• Perform ad hoc analysis as needed.

Benefits

• Insurance
• 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior