Senior Cost Accountant career opportunity with our client in Winchester, KY.

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for standard costing, budgeting, cost variance analysis and business process improvements.

Responsibilities:

Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actuals.

Manage, maintain, and enhance the cost accounting system.

Collect and analyze data to determine costs of business activities such as raw materials, labor, and other standard related expenses.

Participate/lead in physical inventories and report on results to the executive group.

Assist in month-end closing by preparing journal entries related to various product lines and/or standard costs.

Collaborate with operations and engineering to ensure costing and support new product development.

Various ad hoc reports as requested by local or executive management.

Enhance standard cost reporting and variance analysis.

Requirements:

BS in accounting/finance

5+ years of manufacturing experience with cost accounting focus.

Must demonstrate ability to identify and implement process improvements, be a self-starter, and effectively interact and communicate across multiple functions within the organization.

Must have strong communication (oral and written) and relationship building skills.

Must be proficient in the use of Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office products.

Experience with JD Edwards ERP system.