Position Title: Cost AccountantThis role is essential for driving financial efficiency within a dynamic food processing environment. A Cost Accountant will play a critical role in tracking production costs, analyzing variances, and collaborating with operations to enhance reporting practices. The individual will work closely with a small team, providing insights that contribute to operational improvements and cost management. The position requires a hands-on approach and a willingness to engage directly on the production floor. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and seeks to make a tangible impact on the organization's financial performance.
Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 / Year DOECost Accountant Responsibilities: - Track and analyze production costs, labor, and variances
- Monitor inventory, cycle counts, and reconciliations
- Analyze manufacturing costs and identify efficiencies
- Support budgeting and forecasting
- Work with plant teams to improve reporting and operations
- Maintain accurate data in Microsoft Business Central ERP
- Review production yield, waste, and margins
- Build reports and dashboards for leadership
- Assist with customer pricing models
Cost Accountant Requirements: - Experience in food processing manufacturing is required
- 5-10+ years of experience
- Strong understanding of cost accounting and COGS
- Comfortable working closely with operations, not just spreadsheets
- Advanced Excel skills; Power BI is a plus
- ERP experience is required; Microsoft Business Central is preferred
- Bachelor's degree
- Flexibility to work typical hours of 8-5, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime on Sundays for inventory is preferred
Benefits: - 80-90% of medical coverage for employees after three months
- 5% 401K contribution after six months
- One week of vacation after one year, two weeks after two years
- Three days of sick leave
- Participation in an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) after 1,000 hours worked
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