Cost Accountant -HYBRID

Salary

Salary: $82,000 USD Annually - $100,000 USD Annually

SCRAM Systems is a leading provider of alcohol and location monitoring hardware, software, and mobile apps, including the SCRAM Continuous Alcohol Monitoring® (SCRAM CAM®) bracelet, the Life Safer® L250 Ignition Interlock device, and Life Safer Intelligence Speed Assistance. We provide an integrated approach to supporting our customers by offering solutions specific to court and agency needs in the community corrections industry throughout all phases of client management.

As a company, we are committed to continuing our tradition of re‑engineering operations to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and improve client outcomes through constant innovation. Our purpose is to change lives, reunite families, and make our communities safer through advanced technology and world‑class service.

Hybrid Role: 1 day per week on‑site required in Sharonville, OH. The Cost Accountant will ensure proper treatment of all financial activity associated with plant operations, manage accurate cost analysis/reporting, and provide insight to support informed decisions. This includes monitoring transactions related to purchasing, production, inventory, and distribution.

• Ensure accurate records and documentation for inventory costs.
• Compile product costs, including direct labor, direct materials, and overhead.
• Lead planning, reporting, and analysis of standard product costing; update standards when appropriate and identify potential impact.
• Drive continuous financial improvement and introduce process controls as needed.
• Work closely and collaboratively across multi‑department teams to provide cost accounting support and resolve cost and inventory issues.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Conduct account reconciliations and analysis, particularly focusing on inventory reconciliation and cost of goods sold.
• Investigate and report reasons behind significant variances, including review of PPV, revaluation, repairs, and scrap.
• Utilize ERP system to effectively manage and analyze data.

• Advanced literacy with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of fully integrated ERP system, preferred JDE.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Large ERP experience, preferred JDE.
• 5+ years of cost accounting experience.

• Standing: 15 to 40 %.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

• Retirement Savings:
  • 401(k) – retirement savings plan.
  • 401(k) Matching – 100% match for the first 3% contributed and 50% match for the next 2% contributed.
• Health and Wellness:
  • Health Insurance – comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Dental Insurance – dental insurance plan.
  • Vision Insurance – vision insurance coverage.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) – employer contribution towards HSA annually.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – pre‑tax dollars for eligible medical expenses and child care.
• Disability Insurance: Company‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance.
• Life Insurance: Company‑paid life insurance at 1.5x annual salary.
• Work‑Life Balance:
  • Paid Time Off – generous PTO.
  • Paid Sick Time – paid sick time.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential counseling and support services.
• Referral Program: Rewards for referring qualified individuals.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Tuition reimbursement up to the IRS limit annually.