Cost Accountant at CPC - Colder Products Company

Summary: CPC is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to support our Finance & Accounting and Operations functions. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role will be responsible for the accounting and internal controls for inventory, cost of goods sold and related reserves. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high growth organization, be able to work independently as well as contribute to the success of a team, identify and implement improvements to existing processes, proactively use analytical skills to detect abnormalities and variances in business results and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. This position is based in both our Arden Hills and Roseville locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Toperform this job successfully, an individual

must

• Key player in month-end close process through preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and other month-end close requirements.
• Maintain standard costing for all items across all plants, including the annual cost update.
• Lead audit efforts for inventory internal controls and SOX requirements as well as cycle counting or annual physical inventory counts.
• Identify, recommend and implement process improvement initiatives to enable efficiencies and scale across the organization.
• Partner with the Financial Planning & Analysis team in developing standard costs and ensuring that monthly accounting for inventory, COGS, and related reserves are in line with business expectations.
• Partner with international locations to drive operational accounting and related process improvements and integration with the CPC US location.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to do so. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a cost accounting role.
• Proficient with MS Excel, ERP and EPM applications.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to facilitate effective decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and perform at a high level in a dynamic environment.
• A self-starter with proven ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Well organized and efficient with a strong attention to detail and follows through on execution.
• Clear, concise and articulate communication skills - verbal, written and listening.
• Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to the success of the Company.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing or light assembly industry experience
• Experience with Oracle ERP, OneStream EPM.
• Advanced professional accreditation (CMA, CPA and/or MBA).

Travel:

• As needed, less than 5%