Senior Cost Accountant at American Financial Group

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience with Bill of Materials and inventory reconciliations
Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills
Proficient in PC applications, particularly Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Experience with IQMS is a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain and update the Bill of Materials (BOM) in IQMS to ensure accurate inventory costing at SEC plants
Implement the annual cost roll and quarterly commercial costing updates
Prepare daily production reports for management and handle ad hoc analysis as needed
Accurately prepare journal entries for the month-end close process
Reconcile SEC General Ledger inventory accounts with the perpetual inventory records and other supporting documents monthly; investigate and explain variances
Monitor key General Ledger accounts daily for potential issues related to production, receiving, and shipping, and conduct monthly account analysis
Analyze and adjust the obsolescence reserve on a monthly basis
Manage accounting for customer toll accounts
Assist with the annual Physical Inventory as required

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelPivot TablesVLOOKUPIQMSBill of MaterialsInventory ReconciliationJournal EntriesGeneral LedgerMonth-End CloseCost Accounting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Senior Cost Accountant position?

The salary is $92k with sign-on bonus potential.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This is an in-office position with flexibility.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, experience with Bill of Materials and inventory reconciliations, strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills, proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), and strong analytical skills. Experience with IQMS is a plus.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The role involves working independently in a fast-paced environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Cost Accountant role?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, hands-on experience with Bill of Materials, inventory reconciliations, and Excel proficiency, plus the ability to work independently with strong analytical and organizational skills.