Cost Accountant

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Cost Accountant

Position Summary

Organizes and direct cost accounting activities for the Operation. The position will perform cost accounting analyses to compare estimated costs to actual costs and prepare a variety of related budget reports, forecasts and management studies.

Essential Functions:

• Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning operation expenses.
• Predicts, plans and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor and operation costs.
• Reviews and analysis actual cost to identify variances and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Develops systems and procedures for accumulation systems and cost accounting functions.
• Performs monthly, quarterly and year-end closings with assistance.
• Participates in the preparation of monthly and quarterly material and scrap analysis of performance to budget & forecast.
• Participates in setting new standards for each fiscal year.
• Participates in development of short- and long-range financial plans particularly in the areas of scrap and inventory adjustments.
• Participates and monitors the taking of physical inventories and their subsequent reconciliation. Ensures that corrective actions are identified.
• Interacts with manufacturing management, product engineers and managers, Master Metal, Sales, Production Control and I.T. concerning scrap budgets, forecasts and targets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Thorough understanding of cost accounting procedures and practices.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in cost accounting required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in group/team settings.
• Ability to present information and data in an understandable and logical manner.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to document, plan, and execute programs.
• Experience in Manufacturing Industry.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in cost accounting required.

Physical Demands:

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.

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

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