Job Title: Cost Accountant

Job Description

This Cost Accountant will be responsible for working with the purchasing team to ensure that standard costs are up to date. The role involves performing purchase price variance analysis to identify discrepancies in purchase orders. Additionally, the individual will conduct pricing indexing to assess the impact of cost increases on margins. The position also includes supporting the month-end close by performing balance sheet reconciliations and recording journal entries.

ResponsibilitiesWork with the purchasing team to ensure that standard costs are up to date.Perform purchase price variance analysis to identify discrepancies in purchase orders.Conduct pricing indexing to assess the impact of cost increases on margins.Support the month-end close by performing balance sheet reconciliations and recording journal entries.Essential SkillsStandard costingVariance/cost analysisReconciliationsJournal entriesProficiency in pivot tables and VLOOKUPs in ExcelExperience with large-scale ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, or NetSuiteQualificationsBachelor's degree in accounting or finance3+ years of experience in standard costing3+ years of experience in variance analysis within inventory3+ years of experience in reconciliations3+ years of experience recording journal entries
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethlehem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 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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