Cost Accountant

Position Summary: The Cost Accountant is responsible for overseeing, analyzing, and validating cost expenditures and reduction initiatives within the plant. Review manufacturing process activities; record and validate data; make recommendations about cost-efficient and financially feasible cost options. Primary Responsibilities:• Analyze manufacturing activities and document/validate changes in process to determine what effect it has on the cost• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs• Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect product profitability• Work with CI/process teams to drive continuous improvement• Analyze and recommend cost and cost savings• Monitor the inventory cycle count adjustments• Prepare and complete internal cost audits according to GAAP• Maintain accuracy in the (SAP/ERP) system• Cost savings from improvement initiatives• Speed and accuracy of plant profitability drivers• Accuracy in cycle count adjustments• Plant performance leading indicators• Accuracy in program profitability (Burden model) Education and Qualifications:• Bachelor degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience; CPA or MBA preferred• 2+ years of cost accounting work experience (essential)• Knowledge of SAP• Knowledgeable on statistics• Meet key competencies for the job• Proficient in using Microsoft Office suite• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills• Meticulous attention to detail with strong organizational skills• Ability to meet strict deadlines• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Ability to understand the manufacturing process• Excellent report-writing, communication and IT skills• Good understanding of costing principles and systemsNesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.