A Fast growing, Acquisition oriented family feel type $ 1 Billion manufacturing company with low turnover is searching for a Cost Accountant . Cost Accountant Salary : $ 75,000 - $95,000 plus Generous -Quarterly Bonuses 12% 401K and Great Benefits Responsibilities include : Perform monthly analysis of variances; Investigate cycle count variances and resolve issues; Validate cost of goods sold as part of the month end close; Perform reconciliation of the inventory sub ledger to the general ledger; Direct and participate in cost analyses, rate studies and analyzing standard manufacturing costs; Direct and participate in all aspects of inventory management, including physical inventory and inventory reconciliations; Direct and participates in identifying weaknesses in existing internal controls and costing system processes that have a direct or indirect effect on inventory and costs and result in improved transactional integrity; Propose changes in these processes that will result in improved efficiency and financial reporting, transactional and data accuracy; Work with operations management to identify opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs; Work with plant operations to ensure the accuracy of standard cost systems; Identify key cost drivers that are relevant and will drive profitability; develop reports that are user friendly and communicate their relevance.

Requirements : BS Degree in Accounting or Related Field; Minimum Three (3) Years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing industry; Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques; Experience with a fully integrated ERP (Microsoft Dynamics a plus), COGNOS Business Intelligence, Crystal Reports, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Preferable.