Cost Accountant

Ion Bank - Leawood, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Leawood, KS

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About the position

The Cost Accountant at Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC) is responsible for maintaining the financial records of the MHC RoadForce Manufacturing division. This role involves managing standard cost inventory tables, ensuring accurate cost allocation, and providing insights to enhance cost efficiency. The position requires a proactive individual who is eager to contribute to the accounting and finance team within a leading truck dealership group.

Responsibilities

• Record journal entries for monthly closing of company ledgers and support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Maintain the inventory standard cost tables within the MHC manufacturing system.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs including raw materials, labor, overhead expenses, and absorption.
• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions including payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and analyze cost reports, variance analyses, and forecasts for management review.
• Participate in inventory management activities including valuation, inventory counts, and reconciliation of inventory transactions.
• Assist in future ERP implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline is required.
• Two years of cost accounting work experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication, organizational, customer service, analytical, interpersonal, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to understand and react to diverse needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid Time Off program
• Profit Sharing with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Internal Promotion Opportunities