Cost Accountant jobs in Columbia, SC

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Cost Accountant
  • Apex Tool Group
  • Lexington, SC FULL_TIME
  • Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. 

     

     

    Cost Accountant - Lexington, SC

    The Blueprint (Role Profile)

    The Multi-Site Cost Accountant is a key finance position supporting the optimization and standardization of cost accounting, general accounting, reporting, planning, and forecasting processes. This role will work closely with Operations teams to provide accurate and timely financial/operational performance reporting designed to improve margins and cash flow. This role will report directly to the North American Operations Controller but also have dotted line relationships to the Controllers of plants in Lexington, SC, Dayton, OH, Auburn Hills, MI, York, PA, Jonesboro, AR, and Sumter, SC.

    Come build your future with us!

     

    The Build (Responsibilities)

    ·        Own the initial variance reporting and analysis functions for all North American plants. Reporting includes, but is not limited to, purchase price variances, closed order/production order variances, labor efficiency, expense tracking, and inventory reporting.

    ·        Own the accuracy and completeness (i.e. error rate) of annual cost roll across all North American locations.

    ·        Design new product standard costing for North American plants.

    ·        Complete the day-to-day review of operational transactions, such as MRBR, GR/IR, and cycle count adjustments, to ensure accurate and timely resolution of issues.

    ·        Code A/P invoices, as required, and resolve A/P related issues delaying the timely reporting and payment of vendors.

    ·        Ensure internal controls are followed and implement new controls, with the support of the Controller(s), when necessary.

    ·        Assist with the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly updates of performance to Operations Leadership.

    ·        Assist the review of labor reporting and costs, material reporting and costs, manufacturing overhead, and inventory levels including manufacturing cost rates by cost center and plant.

    ·        Assist with monthly closing activities, ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of all close procedures.

    ·        Assist in preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly forecasts.

    ·        Assist the site Finance leads in preparing monthly account reconciliations for applicable accounts.

    ·        Assist with the annual physical inventory, investigate variances, and resolve issues.

    ·        Assist with annual budget process, including development of manufacturing cost center expenses, labor budgets, activity rates for labor and overhead to be used in standard costing. 

    ·        Compile capital spend trackers in support of the timely closing of completed projects by working with project leaders and operations managers.


    The Toolbox (Qualifications)

    ·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting strongly preferred (may consider 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).  Minimum of 5 years of relative experience required.

    ·        Strong analytical and MS office skills, advanced Excel proficiency.

    ·        Experience with Tableau, Power BI, or similar data gathering and visualization software.

    ·        Strong collaborative and communication skills, ability to build strong networks and the ability to influence others.

    ·        Must be customer-focused (internal and external) and possess the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data, develop and implement solutions to a variety of complex problems in multiple plants.

    ·        Proven ability to perform complex financial analysis related to manufacturing activities.  

    ·        Demonstrated ability to identify problems, develops solutions, and implements successful, sustainable process changes that improve accuracy, efficiency and timeliness.

    ·        Strong systems experience – prior experience with an ERP (SAP required) and Hyperion (preferred).

    ·        Demonstrates a high sense of urgency and drive for results.

    ·        Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

    ·        Logical and creative thinker.

    ·        Strong initiative, able to work independently.

    ·        Travel required up to 10%

     
    At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we’re passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site – we help build the future.

    ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.4 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX® that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done. With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets. 

    As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
    Our six core values – Customers come first, Integrity in all we do, Continuous improvement, Innovation for growth, Passion to succeed and Best talent, one team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

    If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become a reality, join us! #WeBuildATG

  • 10 Days Ago

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Cost Accountant - Entry Level
  • INDEVCO North America Inc
  • Orangeburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • COST ACCOUNTANT (Entry Level) (on-site) RECENT GRADS ARE WELCOME TO APPLY INDEVCO North America is committed to being the trusted partner brands need by innovating, manufacturing, and delivering produ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Cost Estimator
  • Hunt, Guillot & Associates
  • Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • The Cost Estimator is a 12 hybrid (on-site/remote) contract position supporting a greenfield industrial manufacturing facility being constructed near Sumter, S.C. The Cost Estimator will coordinate, d...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Thunder Tower West Harley-Davidson
  • Elgin, SC FULL_TIME
  • This position requires the ability to perform accounting work of some complexity. Dealership accounting is deceptively complex and requires knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and procedures a...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, LLP
  • Columbia, SC OTHER
  • Overview Do you have an eye for detail and love of accounting? Nelson Mullins’ Accounting Department is seeking an Accountant to join their team in the Columbia office. *This is an on-site position A ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Accountant
  • AppleOne
  • West Columbia, SC FULL_TIME
  • Position: AccountantAre you a detail-oriented and experienced accountant looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a skilled Accountant to join our finance team. If you have a strong background in...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Accountant III (Onsite)
  • DP Professionals
  • Columbia, SC
  • DPP is seeking an Accountant III for an opportunity in Columbia, SC. Work arrangement: Onsite W2 position; 12 months Sum...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plant Controller
  • The Judge Group
  • Columbia, SC
  • Our client is seeking an Operations Controller with strong analytical skills for an efficient and organized operational ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Accountant
  • Us Tech Solutions Inc.
  • Columbia, SC
  • Duration: 3+ Months (Possible temp to hire) Job Description: Monday-Friday Between 7:30am-5pm. Contract to perm. Onsite ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Income Tax Analyst - Remote
  • Avnet
  • Columbia, SC
  • **Who We Are:** At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE 500 technology distributor and solutions compan...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Controller, Manufacturing
  • The Judge Group
  • Cayce, SC
  • Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed fr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Accountant III
  • Veridian National Search
  • Columbia, SC
  • Accountant III (1) $8.2B Insurance Company - Columbia, SC - $65K, 8% bonus The Sizzle Roles are fully in the office Targ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shakespeare - Cost Accountant
  • JadeX
  • Columbia, SC
  • Job Description Job Description SHAKESPEARE COMPANY LLC, a Jadex Inc. company, is a US-based manufacturer of both indust...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Financial Analyst - Relocation Available
  • Axiom Path
  • Columbia, SC
  • Position: Senior Financial Analyst - Manufacturing Location: Columbia, SC Exceptional and top of the line relocation pac...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plain, across which rivers drop as falls or rapids. Columbia grew up at the fall line of the Congaree River, which is formed by the convergence of the Broad River and the Saluda River. The Congaree was the farthest inland point of river navigation. The energy of falling water also powered Columbia's early mills. The city has capitalized on this location which includes three rivers by christening itself "The Columbia Riverbanks Region". Columbia is lo...
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Income Estimation for Cost Accountant jobs
$58,335 to $72,995
Columbia, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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