Cost Accounting Analyst

Zeus Co LLC

Arden Hills, MN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Aerospace and Defense, Bill of Materials (BOM), Business Support, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Extrusion, Fiber Optics, Finance, Financial Operations, Inventory Levels, Inventory Reports, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Science, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operational Support, Oracle, Physical Inventory, Plant Management, Polymers, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Manufacturing, Product Costing, Production Costing, Profit & Loss Statements, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Team Lead/Manager, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Arden Hills, MN
POSTED
23 days ago

Job Summary

The position will support both finance and operations by being involved in the cost accounting systems and processes, as well as the monthly cost of goods sold and inventory reporting. Functions as a business support person to the CathX plants and finance team. Works closely with manufacturing to understand issues and how they impact the financial results as well as educate/inform department(s) on cost drivers and variances. Participate on and support project teams to reduce product cost, evaluate key cost components of the operations (efficiencies, yields, etc.) Assist with the review and analysis of the actual manufacturing variances to identify key performance drivers and encompass key findings into standard setting processes.

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world's leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.

Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.

Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.

At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in "Turning polymers into possibilities." Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none.

Our employees and our customers are at the center of everything we do. Those relationships have been built on a foundation that is supported by our Mission and Vision:

Our Mission: Provide Solutions - Enable Innovation - Enhance Lives

Our Vision: Working Together - Doing It Better

Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we're constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?

Content

  • BS degree in Accounting or Finance with 5 years of experience in a detailed manufacturing cost accounting environment. In lieu of a BS Degree, 15+ years of experience in a detailed manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting/analysis.
  • Continuous improvement oriented; has familiarity with lean principles and how to apply them to Finance Value Streams.
  • Self-motivated; embraces and thrives on challenge.
  • Ability to support a cross-functional plant management team.
  • Proven ability to prioritize objectives and duties / multi-tasker.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
  • ERP systems experience
  • Experience in Oracle a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • The ability to travel 5-10% of time
  • Assist with the monthly closing for the financial and cost of goods sold process for CathX manufacturing organization.
  • Prepare monthly P&L statements for CathX manufacturing organization and various cost centers.
  • Assist with the reconciliation of the monthly physical inventory.
  • Interact with Product Definition to ensure BOM and Routings are accurate and up to date.
  • Analyze actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
  • Daily and Weekly analysis of manufacturing variances.
  • Assists with loading annual standard cost update into Oracle.
  • Prepares Daily Inventory Change Report.
  • Prepares weekly consignment inventory reports.
  • Prepares monthly Raw Material Activity Reports.
  • Perform ad hoc product / plant cost analysis to support the operations.
  • Support Operations Controller with any ad hoc requests/reports.
  • Assist with the monthly closing for the financial and cost of goods sold process for CathX manufacturing organization.
  • Prepare monthly P&L statements for CathX manufacturing organization and various cost centers.
  • Assist with the reconciliation of the monthly physical inventory.
  • Interact with Product Definition to ensure BOM and Routings are accurate and up to date.
  • Analyze actual manufacturing costs and preparing periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
  • Daily and Weekly analysis of manufacturing variances.
  • Assists with loading annual standard cost update into Oracle.
  • Prepares Daily Inventory Change Report.
  • Prepares weekly consignment inventory reports.
  • Prepares monthly Raw Material Activity Reports.
  • Perform ad hoc product / plant cost analysis to support the operations.
  • Support Operations Controller with any ad hoc requests/reports.

About the Company

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