Newington, New hampshire
Cost Accounting Manager Job Opening in Newington, New hampshire - Responsible for the ongoing analysis of inventory and cost of goods sold and will provide leadership in the process development, documentation, conversion and implementation of a cost accounting system. Provides metrics and analytical insights (with guidance from the Operations Controller) to specific operations managers to include daily measures and counsel with managers to improve performance day by day.
Position will engage with a strong cost team as well as Operations and Product Mgrs to provide items such as Bill of Materials for specific bids, assessments of inventories to include work-in-progress and perpetual inventory records, setting cost standards, manufacturing and material (PPV) variance reporting, analysis of inventories and assessment where to reduce, assure understanding and compliance with inventory controls including cycle counts, etc. Will also work with CFO re: specific projects re: costing and Operations cost reduction Wil assure quality and consistency of costing and reporting to enable managers to know their results and where to action
Responsibilities:
Support and assist the Operations Controller in accomplishing the requirements as set by the company and CFO + Operations Controller which will include ensuring that all accounting entries are timely, accurate, and comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
Participate in Bill of Material (BOM) set up, maintenance and review for manufactured items and prepare cost estimates for new products. Perform monthly cost rolls for finished products manufactured and purchased along with cost change analysis.
Develop, maintain and review standard costs for Materials, Ingredients, Packaging (MIP)Provide daily / monthly compilation of manufacturing costs, variances and actionable items
Perform in depth analysis of direct manufacturing and overhead cost with the objective of guiding to Operations Managers, an understanding of their cost and metrics as well as thoughts on where to reduce cost.
Implement, monitor and provide continuous improvement in the standard work procedures for appropriate cost accounting procedures and methods. Conduct and analyze audits of costs and prepares reports.
Develop, maintain and review overhead allocation matrix for approval and implementation.
Prepare, analyze and track monthly actual to standard usage and loss variances, and assisting in the preparation of the appropriate quarterly and annual reporting packages.
Develop analytical tools to highlight price, cost and margin differentials between like products, customers and shipping points.
Provide inventory accountability, distribution of factory labor, verification of actual costs and computation of variances and month-end inventory valuation, account reconciliations and performance reporting.
Conduct ongoing pricing, cost and gross margin reviews with management for all products and customers to correct sub-standard margins.
Exercise internal control and confidentiality over all information processed.
Must support internal and external audits and performing special projects or other duties as required.
Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a degree in business, or related field - preferred.
10-15 years direct Cost Accounting experience
Experience with month-end closes and general ledgers.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrates analytical skills and an ability to interpret complex data in meaningful and relevant ways to accurately identify variances (e.g., COGS, distribution, SBT variances).
Advanced Excel skills and strong system skills required
SQL and Oracle database skills a real plus
Working knowledge of US GAAP, accounting policies and procedures.
Knowledge of internal controls, cost accounting methods, and cost modeling tools and methods is required.
Ability to interpret, analyze, and explain financial information and knowledge of income statement accounting methods is required.
Strong team player who is able to work across multiple functions and disciplines and lead by example. Project management skills a plus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills that will allow them to express the key points in a clear manner.
Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work with minimal direction when necessary to support the group?s objectives,
Possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
CPA or certified management accountant is preferred.
Sig Sauer, Inc. is an EO Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Cost Accounting: 10 years
Supervising: 1 year
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