Cost Accounting Manager

Location: Mount Pleasant

The Cost Accounting Manager will lead the production and cost accounting team. The Manager will be responsible for maintaining accurate item costs in the system and assist with related activities such as production planning and inventory control.

Schedule:

* Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM: 100% in office

Essential Functions:

* Ensure accurate product costs are maintained in the system

* Ensure accurate bills of materials are maintained in the system

* Ensure completion and review of daily production entries and reports

* Enforce Company policies & procedures as related to production and cost accounting

* Assist with production planning and inventory control activities

* Identify, research, and explain variances and trends to Management

* Provide cost input for projects such as bids and new product development

* Prepare monthly reports for Management

* Assist with audits related to costing, inventory, and production

* Continuously engage with Production Management to ensure appropriate costing procedures are being followed and issues are resolved

* Work closely with the Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments

* Identify opportunities for workflow and process improvement

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

* 6-10 years of experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.

* Detailed oriented and high level of organization.

* High level of confidentiality and discretion is required.

* Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems is required.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

* Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritize work and meet deadlines.

* Experience with foreign currency and importing a plus.

* Experience leading/managing a team.