Cost Accounting Manager

Company Introduction :

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary : SUMMARY

As the Cost Accounting Manager, you will report to the Director of Finance and are responsible for maintaining financial controls in compliance with internal policies. As a member of the plant leadership team, you will be responsible for implementing appropriate processes to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting process, closing, communication of financial results, and in-depth analysis of variances. Works closely with the Site Manager and Plant staff to ensure financial reporting accuracy. Requires minimal travel - domestically.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with Plant staff on issue resolution to ensure effective systems and processes are in place

• Financial reporting accuracy
• Shipping and receiving accuracy and timeliness
• Production and inventory control and reporting

Support / Influence the plant process by reducing costs and improving profitability

quality variables that impact the manufacturing process

receiving, material usage and PPV issues

Ensure accuracy, timeliness and quality of all financial information

significant deviations

against Company Policy

Manage budget development process

Review and approve Capital Projects (AFCE's)

Inventory Management

goods, raw material inventory and consumables stores reporting

verifications are completed

Audit payroll registers and reports

Staff development and performance reviews

Perform other duties as assigned

SKILLS

Facilitating Change - Ability to lead by example and promote change throughout the plant team to support the vision of the company.

Building Strategic Working Relationships - Build and maintain strong, trust based relationships with internal stakeholders, key clients and partners.

Business Acumen - Able to see the "big picture" and understand how our business operates and responsible for analyzing market trends and aligning functional work with the company's overall success, profitability and growth.

Developing Others - Strong leadership skills to provide vision and support to the finance / accounting team, mentor individuals, and develop high-performing talent

Stress Tolerance - Able to maintain composure, making sound decisions and performing effectively under pressure, adversity, or setbacks like deadlines.

Decision Making - Strong analytical skills to identify problems, analyze information, evaluate options and implement solutions.

Communication - Proficient written and verbal communication and presentation skills to succinctly and effectively communicate to staff, peers, and senior leadership.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

Understanding of key financial and operating systems : ArcPlan, ADP E-time, FileBridge / Carta, Prophix, SAP S4 / HANA, MS Office with spreadsheet emphasis, G-Suite

Ability to understand complex financial and operational systems / reports

Good knowledge of US GAAP and accounting principles

LEADERSHIP / SUPERVISION

Must have the ability to lead a team

No. of direct reports : 1-2

No. of indirect reports : None

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting / Finance

Minimum 4-6 years experience in a manufacturing environment. General Ledger, manufacturing cost, and balance sheet experience

Designation of CPA, MBA, or CMA preferred and may be required

BENEFITS

At SGI, our people are our most important resource.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to include base salary, performance incentives, health insurance, retirement plan / 401K and paid time off / vacation.

Office location is at a manufacturing plant

Physical requirements - lifting objects up to 50 lbs, standing or sitting for extended periods of time, extended or irregular hours, bending, climbing, kneeling stooping and walking on uneven surfaces / terrain.

Base salary and / or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and / or qualifications.

Base Salary Range : $96,000-$132,000

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.

SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.