Accounting Specialist

Under general supervision and following specific instructions and well-defined procedures, performs costing, general accounting and ad hoc tasks.

Expected salary range: $62,400 - 68,000/year

• Gather and compile cost information from labor data, vendor quotes, and current raw material prices.
• Provide assistance in the implementation of cost management processes and use of appropriate costing methodologies to determine and report costs of goods sold, inventory and labor usage
• Assist in reviewing, analyzing and establishing standard labor and overhead rates
• Accounts payable and receivable process, month end closing and other Accounting related tasks and processes
• Provide assistance in payroll processing
• Understand relevant process work instructions
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum 3 years of experience in costing or general accounting
• Manufacturing industry experience a plus 

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Must be detailed oriented and comfortable working with large data sets
• Must have good communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 10 pounds
• Minimal physical effort required
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach and move about the work area

Work Environment:

• Work performed in an office environment, but may require visits to the manufacturing floor
• Minimal exposure to metals, lubricants, solvents and electrolyte
• Professional environment requiring business casual attire 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 10 pounds
• Minimal physical effort required
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach and move about the work area

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Per the company’s safety policy