Cost Accountant jobs at Flex

Cost Accountantlocated in
Northfield, MN.

Reporting to the

What a typical day looks like:

• Prepare/Review regular Journal Vouchers with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Perform Standard Cost Update, Cycle Count & perform CC Audit, weekly Soft Close, prepare weekly/monthly reports (WO, TML, EDM, PPV/IPV, WOV, Soft Close & etc.) for reporting and analysis.
• Adhere to Direct Material Standard Cost, Work Order, Purchase Price Variance, Cycle Counting, Excess & Obsolete, Inventory Transfer policy and other applicable Costing policies.
• Prepare and Review with controller BS Recon for the responsible BS Accounts.
• Collaborate with GBS & other departments at the site at month-end to ensure smooth month end close.
• Perform comprehensive monthly analysis on Forecast/WIF vs Actual for the responsible P&L and BS Accounts and share the outcome with the controller.
• Generate insightful reports on variances in financial results and key operational metrics, working in coordination with the GBS and relevant functional departments on/off site.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and optimize expenses, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and contribute to the formulation of cost-saving strategies.
• Initiate & participate in process improvement initiatives and new system design and implementation.

The experience we are looking to add to our team:

• Experience in Manufacturing accounting process
• 2 years minimum experience in Cost Accounting and Finance Management role.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Finance or a related field
• Strong command of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of advanced financial modeling and data mining (advanced Excel skills).
• A strong team player who excels at collaborating in cross-functional environments.
• A deep understanding of Capex, DL/IDL/MOH Accounting, BS Reconciliation & other accrual practices.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

located inHenrico, VA.

Reporting to thethe

What a typical day looks like:

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting activities including reconciliations of Balance sheet accounts, coordination, and completion of annual audits, and reviewing financial reports/holds up as necessary.
• Research and report on financial status including income statement variances, communicating financial results to management, budget preparation.
• Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Oversee taxes and abide by federal regulations.
• Ensure proper control and accounting of fixed assets additions, disposals, and transfers.
• Generate reports for labor investigation, expense research, monthly balance sheet and monthly customer profit and loss statement. Review and implement actions resulting from reports.
• Ensure budgets, schedules, and performance requirements are met.
• Review all inter-company ICV booking and payments.
• Ensure proper accounting of all transactions.
• Ensure accurate monthly inventory valuation.
• Coordinate/oversee annual physical inventory or stock take.
• Research expenses for cost centers, departments, and projects.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field.
• 6+ years of related experience.
• Proven ability to manage revenue recognition and perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, with a strong understanding of accounting standards.
• Experience in overseeing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes, as well as monthly inventory tracking and fixed asset management. US GAAP, SOX Compliance and GL.
• Proficiency in forecasting techniques to project future financial performance, with the ability to produce comprehensive financial reports that support strategic decision-making and enhance overall financial planning.
• Previous experience on Multinational companies (manufacturing).
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

located inAustin, Tx.

Reporting to thethewill ensure the accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of financial data as well as assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining systems, procedures, and policies to ensure accurate data in compliance with corporate and legislative requirements.

What a typical day looks like:

• Prepare and post top-side journal entries related to Corporate Accounting.

• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and perform variance analysis on certain critical accounts.

• Assist with preparation of financials and related workpaper required for 8K/earnings release.

• Correspond directly with internal and external auditors and provide requested schedules to auditors to support necessary audit requirements.

• Perform technical research on various accounting issues and provide accounting consultation advice to business partners under US GAAP.

• Oversight of other generaldepartmental-specificresponsibilities including, among others, variance analyses tied to monthly close and compliance with the internal control requirements of SOX.

• Support special projects as necessary, such as purchase accounting matters related to merger and acquisition activity.
  

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent experience and training.

• 4+ years of experience in a financial reporting/accounting role at a public company or a public accounting firm

• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) and excellent interpersonal skills.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and its application are essential.

• Good time management skills and should be able to remain organized under periods of reporting pressure.

• Ability to collaborate with senior management, corporate tax, external auditors, internal auditors, and various departments within the company.

• Ability to think independently, perform own research on issues, and come up with suggested resolutions to be presented to supervisor.

• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Here are a few preferred experiences (not required):

• Big Four experience is a plus.

• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus.

• Experience with the accounting ERP system and experience in OneStream is a plus.

• Experience with Workiva is a plus.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

located in

Reporting to thethewill in charge of preparing and maintaining accounting records and researching and interpreting accounting records to give advice or prepare statements.

What a typical day looks like:

• Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures.
• Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly. researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books.
• Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately.
• Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts.
• Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly.
• Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy.
• Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts.
• Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics.
• Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• 5+ years of related experience in Cost Accounting roles.
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills
• Previous experience working on a manufacturing company
• Good communication skills to interact with other teams
• 100% onsite availability

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Theis responsible for the review of month end closing financial activities, overall budgeting process, assists Site Financial Controller with day-to-day operations and ad-hoc report requirements and oversees the overall site compliances from an inventory perspective. The role assists with overall cost control measures & strategic planning engagement to improve the site’s overall cost efficiency. All reporting must be in line with corporate policies and processes and legislative requirements to ensure financial reporting analysis and forecasts supporting business strategy and decisions.

Here's what a typical day may look like:

• Directs the development, administration, and standards necessary to maintain financial records & controls in compliances with GAAP and SOX
• Establishes or recommends to management strategies, objectives, and policies for company to improve the overall organizational cost efficiency. Directs preparation of budgets with site operations and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification
• Generates & prepares 12 month rolling forecast on quarterly basis
• Prepares detailed financial analysis and projections by customer/project and site level
• Month – End Closing Activities – Review & coordinate with personnel from finance department & outside department to meet the month end close deadline. This includes the review of sales & cost analysis, journal entries, and reconciliation of subsidiary ledgers
• Supports the audit of company accounts (internal & external audits)
• Performs ad-hoc simulation / analysis by customer/project or site level based on the requirement/request from top management or operations personnel’s
• Oversee the overall cycle count process to ensure accurate methodology / process is followed by site operations. Investigate cycle count variances and work with the inventory management team to resolve issues & performs monthly cycle count audits
• Analyze trends in cost variances, production volumes, and material usage and implement timely adjustments. Troubleshoot and research unexplained inventory transactions
• Focus on improvement including all facets of cost accounting, inventory control, variance analysis, gross margin analysis, forecasting & system improvement. Initiate process improvement projects to update transactional, financial, and reporting processes
• Supervise, develop, and mentor team members

Here's what we'd like to add to our team:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5-6 years cost accounting experience
• Advanced analytical and Excel skills
• Prefer experience as a team lead over cost accounting function preferably within a manufacturing organization
• Ability to work under pressure to meet monthly deadlines and reporting requirements
• Demonstrates leadership traits, ability to lead, and instruct on processes within the cost accounting function

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

located inHenrico, VA.

Reporting to thewill in charge of preparing and maintaining accounting records and researching and interpreting accounting records to give advice or prepare statements.

What a typical day looks like:

• Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures.
• Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly. researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books.
• Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately.
• Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts.
• Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly.
• Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy.
• Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts.
• Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics.
• Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• B. Com / B.C. S / M. Com / MBA /BBA/ BBM, any other commerce and Accounts Stream degrees.
• 4-6 years of related experience in Cost Analysis or Database management.
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills
• 100% onsite availability
• A professional certification is preferred

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement