Cost Accountant

Aston Carter is seeking a Cost Accountant for a client based in Chanhassen, MN.

Description

• Maintaining standard costs and inventory valuation both on a daily and monthly basis through PPV analysis

• Participating in the month end close process including journal entry, reconciliation and reporting processes

• Responsible for bill of material review, analysis, and modification suggestions

• Analyzing inventory quarterly and preparing reserve adjustments

• Monitoring cycle counts and inventory disposition

• Reconciling and reviewing of intercompany balances

• Presenting various accounting reports to the top management and making suitable observations and recommendation

• Managing operational data and maintaining data accuracy and integrity

• Assisting the accounting team in ensuring timeliness and accuracy of the financial statements

• Reviewing financial data periodically to ensure fairness and completeness of the data

• Handles special projects as requested by management

• Helps with preparation of the yearly audit

• Helps maintain the internal control environment

• Assists with safeguarding the assets of investors

• Stays current on changes in regulations and other industry news

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of cost accounting experience

• 3+ years of variance analysis

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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