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Job Title: Cost Analyst III

Location: Altavista, Virginia

Full time, permanent contract

Our client is a US manufacturer of innovative technical fiber materials for global markets. Its products deliver high strength, high temperature, lightweight solutions that provide structural integrity, thermal, environmental, and ballistic protection, or decorative appeal in countless everyday products from circuit boards to surfboards, from mufflers to snowmobiles, airplanes to armor and everything in between. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted supplier to industries ranging from aerospace and defense to construction and sport.

Our client is currently seeking a Cost Analyst III to join the team at its manufacturing site in Altavista, Virginia. The Cost Analyst III will be responsible for managing and organizing capital expense projects, preparing prospectuses, maintaining fixed asset ledgers, and conducting cost accounting for plant preparation of special studies and plant support. This position reports to the Manager Cost Analysis.

Responsibilities:

IV. Job responsibilities / Mission

• Perform cost accounting and analysis for manufacturing plants, including cost control reports, trend analysis, inventory reports, yield reports, price audits and variance analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of standard cost elements in cost system used for all product costing, inventory valuation, gross margins and operational results.
• Participate in fiscal period ending closings by compiling various cost accounting data on inventories, production, variances, and G/L account reconciliations and journal entries.
• Provide management with product/process cost estimates on new developments and sample production and/or "what-if' cost models.
• Plan, prepare, and implement periodic cost budget revisions.
• Support plant and corporate staff by resolving questions/issues related to product and gross margin costs.
• · Work on process improvement projects to provide better and faster response times for cost data.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• College Degree-4 Year Finance or Business Management
• Minimum of 2-4 years cost accounting experience with manufacturing facilities.
• Strong analytical skills - Meticulous in their approach to work, Adaptability
• Excellent PC skill level with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook).
• Experience with A/S 400 mainframe and various other systems preferred

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and retirement plan. If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for cost accounting and process improvement, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.