Cost Accountant
- $75,000 - $100,000
- Auburn, NY
Cost Accountant - up to 100K in Auburn NY
A bit about us:
The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining complete financial records, with a strong focus on managing organizational expenses to drive profitability and efficiency. This role serves as a key business partner, providing financial support and insights to Operations, Business Development, Supply Chain, and Human Resources.
Why join us?
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Background in manufacturing and/or distribution strongly preferred.
Strong cost accounting experience.
Skills & Competencies
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to communicate financial insights effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Demonstrated initiative in process improvement and problem-solving.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
401(k) with Company Match.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Background in manufacturing and/or distribution strongly preferred.
Strong cost accounting experience.
Skills & Competencies
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to communicate financial insights effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
Demonstrated initiative in process improvement and problem-solving.
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
401(k) with Company Match.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
Job Details
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
(Percentages indicate approximate time allocation. Other duties may be assigned.)
40% – Financial Reporting & Transaction Accuracy
Prepare, monitor, and analyze financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets.
Track and evaluate operating expenses across production, labor, shipping, administration, and inventory.
Establish cost benchmarks, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to management.
Ensure proper accounting for project-related transactions (e.g., fixed assets, leasehold improvements, tooling).
Monitor production-related transactions (e.g., DMRs, cycle counts) for accuracy in reporting and the general ledger.
Perform monthly standard cost roll processes.
25% – General Ledger Maintenance
Prepare and post journal entries for diverse accounting transactions.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements by ensuring accuracy and completeness of entries.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
15% – Continuous Improvement
Lead or participate in initiatives to enhance financial processes, including quarterly profit margin analysis.
10% – Reporting & Analysis
Publish weekly financial reports.
Support preparation of monthly financial statements and board reporting packages.
10% – Special Projects & Compliance
Support audits, tax filings (BAR, Sales Tax, PTET), and grant applications.
Assist with R&D credit documentation and third-party reporting (e.g., RechargeNY, Empire State Development).
Develop and maintain financial models for cost analysis and forecasting (e.g., machine rates, activity-based quoting).
Utilize historical data to predict future costs and revenue for budgeting and planning.
Provide data and analysis to Finance leadership and cross-functional teams.
(Percentages indicate approximate time allocation. Other duties may be assigned.)
40% – Financial Reporting & Transaction Accuracy
Prepare, monitor, and analyze financial reports, including income statements and balance sheets.
Track and evaluate operating expenses across production, labor, shipping, administration, and inventory.
Establish cost benchmarks, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights to management.
Ensure proper accounting for project-related transactions (e.g., fixed assets, leasehold improvements, tooling).
Monitor production-related transactions (e.g., DMRs, cycle counts) for accuracy in reporting and the general ledger.
Perform monthly standard cost roll processes.
25% – General Ledger Maintenance
Prepare and post journal entries for diverse accounting transactions.
Assist in preparing monthly financial statements by ensuring accuracy and completeness of entries.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
15% – Continuous Improvement
Lead or participate in initiatives to enhance financial processes, including quarterly profit margin analysis.
10% – Reporting & Analysis
Publish weekly financial reports.
Support preparation of monthly financial statements and board reporting packages.
10% – Special Projects & Compliance
Support audits, tax filings (BAR, Sales Tax, PTET), and grant applications.
Assist with R&D credit documentation and third-party reporting (e.g., RechargeNY, Empire State Development).
Develop and maintain financial models for cost analysis and forecasting (e.g., machine rates, activity-based quoting).
Utilize historical data to predict future costs and revenue for budgeting and planning.
Provide data and analysis to Finance leadership and cross-functional teams.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.