Cost Accountant/Analyst

$70,000 - $85,000/Yr

Pyrotek - Sanborn, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Sanborn, NY

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cost Accountant/Analyst at Pyrotek will be responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on material, labor, and other expenses to ensure accurate cost allocation for the company's products. This role involves collaboration with manufacturing, supply chain, and sales teams to provide timely financial information for decision-making, driving profitability through continuous improvement opportunities. The position is hybrid, requiring monthly travel to the Sanborn and Cortland, NY locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly reviews of financial statements and subsequent analyses.
• Provide timely and accurate financial information used to drive profitability decisions and actions.
• Provide insight for business partners to understand and evaluate costs, variances, and applicable operating measures.
• Provide training and support related to cost accounting principles, best practices, and the use of the ERP system.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses and provide requested data and information to support decision making.
• Monitor inventory transactions and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with corporate policies.
• Coordinate with local management to prepare annual operating budgets and forecasts.
• Perform periodic reviews and analyses of departmental manufacturing and purchase burden rates.
• Utilize corporate resources and reporting systems for capital expenditure justification, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Engage and collaborate with various departments to support continuous improvement for cost controls and inventory management.
• Identify potential cost accounting challenges and coordinate issue resolution with functional teams.

Requirements

• BS in Accounting or related field.
• Three (3) years of cost accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and/or a global organization is highly preferred.
• Experience with OneStream Consolidation Software and Infor Visual Manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong general accounting and financial analysis skills.
• General understanding of US GAAP.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply internal policies and procedures consistently.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of cost accounting and ERP systems.
• Ability to use information/data and various metrics to develop informed business cases.
• Strong financial analytical capabilities for developing profitable product strategies.
• Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Ability to foster commitment to shared mission and vision of Pyrotek.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with consolidation software and business analytic tools.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 31 days
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• 401(k) with generous match
• Profit Sharing
• Supplemental Benefits