FEMA Corporation · 1 week ago
Cost Accountant
Greater Kalamazoo Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expFEMA Corporation is a manufacturer specializing in hydraulic solenoid valves and custom electro-hydraulic components, serving various industries. They are seeking an experienced Cost Accountant to conduct cost-variance analysis, prepare detailed reports, and provide insights to enhance financial efficiency within the company.
Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Paige Stermer, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Conduct detailed analysis of manufacturing costs and operational variances, including materials, labor, and overheads
Month-end close processes
Responsible for physical inventory and reconciliation, Identification of excess and obsolete inventory
Prepare cost-related journal entries, supporting schedules, and detailed manufacturing cost reports
Analyzes, investigates, and corrects accounting entries as needed
Administer cost accounting activities to ensure accurate costing and valuation of production, cost of sales and inventory
Monitor and reconcile variances between standard and actual costs; investigate and explain discrepancies
Participate in periodic inventory counts and reconcile physical counts to system records
Prepare and implement analyses and modeling that identify inefficiencies and areas of growth with respect to operations
Provide data extraction, trend analyses, cost/benefit analyses, ROI analyses, and various other strategic to support to operations management
Examines cost that seems contrary to past experience
Support budgeting, forecasting, and participate in cross-functional projects to improve systems and processes
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
3-7+ years of experience in an accounting or finance environment is required
Skilled in analytical cost accounting and identification of changes in product design or manufacturing methods to determine effects on costs
Efficient in preparing reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex financial information
Excellent written and oral communication, along with conflict management skills required
Microsoft Office, ERP Experience, and industry-driven software systems
Preferred
Data analysis, a solid understanding of GAAP, and experience with Month-End Close processes
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape, leveraging this knowledge to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge
Benefits
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Profit Sharing
Tuition & Book Reimbursement
Company-paid short-term disability
Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D
Voluntary Life, Spouse Life, and Child Life Insurance
Voluntary Long Term Disability
Paid Sick/Personal Time
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company
FEMA Corporation
FEMA Corporation is an engineering company that provides electro-hydraulic components.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase