Cost Accountant
Manufacturing/ Electronic Components
Fortune 150 Company

Are you ready? We’ve been waiting for you. As a global company, our goal is to provide solutions to our customers. At Emerson, our added value to our customers is in our ability to anticipate the customers’ needs, meet their needs, and provide innovative solutions to forecast their future needs, with quality customer support, innovative technology and brand recognition. With Emerson, we "Consider it Solved."

Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions is substantially expanding their Waseca Operations and has created an opportunity for a Cost Accountant. Reporting to the Controller, this position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a world class LEAN environment. You will be exposed to many processes that will allow you to utilize and implement the skills you have learned. Emerson is well respected for their operational excellence, quality and safety standards.

We are a leader in the manufacturing of radio frequency, microwave and optical interconnect products, serving the needs of wireless communications, telephone and data networks, video broadcast, healthcare, security systems and cable TV. The daily production demands are highly variable, and Emerson will cross-train to meet customer requirements. Emerson is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

Therefore the Sr. Accountant will be responsible for:

Performing advanced accounting functions and assist in the coordination of the financial analysis functions, including financial and operational analysis, and others as required. Identifies complex accounting problems, researches solutions, and corrects problem. Assist in examining financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles.

TECHNICAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop procedures and methods to effectively maintain accounting standards, measurements and controls

Maintain accuracy of company inventory valuation

Prepare/analyze cost reports, cost audits, perform other activities related to inventory valuation

Monitor/analyze associated variances (i.e., scrap, PPV, deferred, etc)

Other special analyses/projects

Assure timely completion and reporting of monthly results to meet internal/external reporting requirements

Advise management of trends and potential non-compliances to internal controls

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assume other projects and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Regular and predictable attendance is presumed to be an essential function of all employment.

Report directly to the Controller

We offer excellent growth and career opportunities within our well-respected, global corporation, a competitive salary, and a full benefits package.

REQUIREMENTS
Qualified candidates have:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or four years of an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in the manufacturing industry.

Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Minimum of 5 years standard cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Attributes (KSAAs)

Knowledge

Knowledge of revenue and month end reporting is required.

Ability to satisfactorily complete and implement all OJT and required trainings.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Analytical, Business & Technical

Ability to apply job knowledge and skills to improve productivity, quality, timeliness and to solve problems using good judgment.

Ability to interface effectively with Executive Management.

Ability to critically analyze financial and operating data and reach sound conclusions.

Thorough working knowledge of accepted accounting practices and relevant financial laws and regulations.

Ability to implement new technologies or methods as needed.

Ability to understand ISO and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

Ability to operate equipment efficiently and in accordance with ergonomic principles.

Ability to anticipate, negotiate & manage conflicts, problems, changing situations and deadlines.

Proficiency in software as required; ability to perform math calculations or reporting as directed.

Ability to comply with Company policies and procedures.

Communication

Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately orally and in writing or electronic format.

Ability to communicate work goals, progress and changes as required.

Interpersonal

Ability to apply interpersonal skills (empathy, negotiation, rapport, sensitivity), to develop & maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to demonstrate character, integrity, honesty, ethical behaviors and industriousness.

Ability to effectively participate in teams and projects as well as contribute to unit cohesiveness and productivity.

Emerson is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.

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