Cost Accountant

Location: Bethel, CT

Reports to: FP&C Manager

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing monthly cost financial reports, performing cost accounting methods and standards, executing cost and inventory control systems, managing and interpreting cost data, and preparing various cost accounting analyses and inventory reports for management.

Key Responsibilities:

Support general accounting functions, including sub-ledger reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheets, cost allocations, and account reconciliations.Prepare and analyze month-end financial statements.Maintain and update standard cost models and work center rates annually.Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing to develop cost models for product pricing and monitor productivity.Review production costs, variances, and inventory levels, providing monthly reports on product line profitability.Analyze inventory reserves for obsolete or slow-moving inventory.Track capital spending and administer the fixed assets system.Handle property tax reporting.Develop and implement procedures and process improvements related to manufacturing and cost accounting issues.Undertake other projects and analyses as directed.

Required Competencies:

B.S. in Accounting or Finance.5-7 years of business experience, preferably in a multi-site manufacturing environment.Broad knowledge of cost accounting/control functions, estimating techniques, and financial modeling.Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of manufacturing.Experience with inventory management and ERP systems.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Detail-oriented with strong analytical and project ownership skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Experience with QAD or similar ERP packages.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethel,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

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.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

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:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

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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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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