This individual will proactively maintain accounting functions at plant locations in Berea, KY and Chattanooga, TN, including day to day functions associated with inventory management and costing. Work closely with plant managers for increased financial visibility at the plant level. Conducting audits for cycle counting, EHS, QC and other departments for compliance with processes and policies. Backup support for minor IT related issues. This role will be located at the Berea, KY plant with 20% travel between the plant locations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Provide financial support for capital development projects from approval to installation
Responsible for accurate recording of manufacturing and overhead costs
Analyzes variances, monthly operating results, and key operating measures ensuring results are accurately reported
Produces daily, weekly, monthly reports of manufacturing results and performance
Assists local management in identifying and implementing cost reduction opportunities
Assists division accounting personnel in the monthly closing process. Records reoccurring expenses, such as depreciation, taxes, insurance for the location
Works with Division to maintain standard costs, routers and burden rates
Assist in both internal/external audits
Ensures adequate internal controls exist and are utilized at the plant level. Identifies areas of weakness and assists local management in implementing corrective action
Assists local management in developing monthly forecasts and annual plan
Participate as a member of plant managers staff by involvement in regular staff meetings and month management review meetings
Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
Maintain Fixed Asset System for the location
Cost development for current and new products.
Prepares and tracks product margins, cost reductions and new product programs
Analyzes inventory variances/transactions, plus inventory control cycle count program
Perform department audits for compliance with processes and policies
Cost analysis in a manufacturing/machining environment strongly preferred. Experience in standard cost systems strongly preferred
Strong analytical skills with ability to analyze and interpret data required
Familiarly with General Accounting required (A/P, Payroll, General Ledger)
Solid PC and mainframe software skills (MS Office, MRP, Ledger, Query) required
QAD experience a plus
2-3 years' experience in standard cost rate development a plus
2-3 years' experience in cost quote development a plus
Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
