Job SummaryExperienced Finance professional with a trajectory in consumer goods and an advanced degree in accounting or related areas, with a combination of experience in multi-channel sales environment, evolving manufacturing of numerous SKUs, sophisticated financial reporting and partnering with key supply chain and operational areas.Principal Accountabilities
- Assist in the preparation and execution of month end closing procedures for the cost module.
- Ensure all cost-related transactions are accurately recorded and posted within the closing period.
- Collaborate with production and purchasing departments to gather necessary information for the month end close.
- Communicate any discrepancies or issues identified during closing process to relevant teams for resolution.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of all month end closing activities and cost related transactions.
- Oversee the costing of inventory and production activities.
- Assist in annual physical inventory count and external auditors' liaison and coordination.
- Conduct regular inventory reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Manage and update product costing in SAP ensuring alignment with actual costs.
- Maintain and update cost accounting systems and processes within SAP.
- Perform detailed cost analysis and provide cost estimates for various projects.
- Maintain and update standard cost models for products.
- Support internal and external audit by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to cost accounting.
- Ability to travel to manufacturing site in Vermont when needed (usually once a month) and resolve any issues that may arise.
- Perform other job-related duties as required.
Key Experience and SkillsQualification and Experience
- Bacher's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required with 2+ years of experience as a cost accountant
- Sound knowledge of GAAP/IFRS along with other accounting and cost control principles
- Strong communication (written and verbal) skills along with an analytical/technical mindset.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining focus and attention to detail and properly handling confidential financial information.
Skill Sets
- SAP CO Module Experience is a Must (SAP NetWeaver)
- Additional relevant SAP modules (FI, MM and PP) is a plus
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles and practices
- Experience with account reconciliation and variance analysis.
Personal Attributes
- Ensures thoroughness in all tasks and projects.
- Able to interpret and analyze data effectively.
- Actively seeks opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.