Cost Accountant
About the role
Cost Accountant
Des Moines, Iowa
Cost Accountant
What a typical day looks like
- Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures.
- Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly. researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books.
- Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately.
- Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts.
- Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly.
- Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy.
- Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts.
- Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics.
- Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS.
The experience we are looking forward to add to our team
- Typically requires a B. Com / B.C.S / M. Com / MBA / BBA / BBM, or other Commerce, Accounting, or Finance-related degree.
- Typically requires 5-6 years of related experience.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and manufacturing cost controls.
- Experience analyzing production costs, material and labor variances, inventory transactions, and supporting financial decision-making in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- A professional certification is preferred, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), APICS certification, Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified General Accountant (CGA).
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What you'll receive for the great work you provide
- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline: Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Category Finance
Relocation: Not eligible
Is Sponsorship Available? No
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