Cost Accountant

Overview

Location:

US-IN-Hobart

Number of openings: 1

Daifuku Intralogistics North America is the nation's leading independent, U.S.

-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

Position Overview: The Cost Accountant ensures the integrity of cost accounting information by planning, studying and collecting manufacturing data to determine activity such as raw material purchases, inventory and labor.

Ideal Candidate:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
• Must be available to work on-site daily in Hobart, Indiana
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving, and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and reporting.

Salary Range: $88,000 - $92,000

• Improve manufacturing costs and pricing processes, procedures and standards
• Analyze and develop cost standards for materials and labor
• Analyze manufacturing wastes and identify ways to reduce inventory and proactively communicate the findings to Management
• Analyze inventory valuations and revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP and IFRS
• Support the Revit transition and coordinate interaction between finance and manufacturing
• Scrutinize manufacturing cost variances and optimize profitability
• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP
• Assist with monthly closing process; posting journal entries and conducting reconciliations
• Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting
• Investigate, propose and spearhead process improvements relating to manufacturing expenses
• Participate and provide support in internal and external auditing and other activities as requested

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of Cost Accounting experience in a public or private company

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Requirements:

• Knowledge of ERP system SAP for manufacturing/accounting software and programs
• In-depth knowledge of SAP Finance/Controlling (FI/CO) modules including MM, EWM, SD, PS, PP etc.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• Day 1 benefits - no waiting period to access your health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• General Bonus Opportunity based on performance and company success
• Comprehensive benefits that support overall well-being