XCAL is the world’s leader in the manufacturing and distribution of ground control technology for the mining, tunneling and civil construction industries. This global family-owned company is currently seeking a Cost Accountant.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
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BS Degree in Accounting or Related Field;
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Minimum Three (3) Years Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing industry;
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Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;
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Experience with a fully integrated ERP (Microsoft Dynamics a plus),
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COGNOS Business Intelligence, Crystal Reports, Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Preferable
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Knowledge of standard, weighted average, and actual cost accounting methods and techniques;
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Proficient level of numerical and analytical aptitude and problem solving techniques with ability to critically think and provide actionable timely solutions;
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Confident presentation skills with ability to articulate both verbally and in writing;
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Team working mindset with ability to collaborate with a multi-department team;
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High level of stress tolerance in a fast-paced environment with ability to organize and prioritize workload;
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Dependability to be consistently at work and on time with work schedule flexibility that will include intermittent travel
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Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
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Possess near vision, fine manipulation, multiple limb coordination, verbal interaction, and ability to sit for extended periods while performing essential job duties
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform monthly analysis of variances and implement corrective actions;
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Investigate cycle count variances and resolve issues;
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Validate cost of goods sold as part of the month end close;
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Perform reconciliation of the inventory sub ledger to the general ledger;
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Oversee and manage daily inventory control operations, including monitoring stock levels, transactions, and material movements;
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Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement;
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Direct and participate in cost analyses, rate studies and analyzing standard manufacturing costs;
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Direct and participate in all aspects of inventory management, including physical inventory and inventory reconciliations;
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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;
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Propose changes in these processes that will result in improved efficiency and financial reporting, transactional and data accuracy;
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Work with operations management to identify opportunities to improve performance and reduce costs;
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Work with plant operations to ensure the accuracy of standard cost systems;
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Identify key cost drivers that are relevant and will drive profitability; develop reports that are user friendly and communicate their relevance;
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Maintain and monitor the roof bit return program;
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Review production job data, investigate any discrepancies, and close out production jobs.
Excellent benefits include medical with a standard PPO plan with deductibles as low as $1,500 and wellness credit up to $750; free concierge primary care; voluntary 401k plan currently matching up to 12%; voluntary dental and vision plans; free telemedicine services; basic life, long and short term disability coverage.
EOE M/F/D/V
