Sr. Cost Accountant

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise. Through a portfolio of brands, we offer highly engineered solutions, technology and products to support infrastructure markets worldwide.

DSG-Canusa has been developing and producing high-quality heat shrink tubing, cold-applied accessories and heat shrink equipment for over 50 years. Driven by our long-term commitment to the research and development of outstanding materials, products and technologies, our mission is to lead the industry in manufacturing superior heat and cold shrink products that meet CGA, UL and other industry approved certifications. We proudly manufacture in Europe, North America, and China to provide strong regional and global supply chain options for our customers.
 

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Cost Accountant position will support the management and manufacturing teams' decision making through providing accurate product cost information and to create an environment of product cost awareness.

DUTIES:

• Maintain and update standard costs for all products, raw materials, freight, duty and labor.        
• Analyze and reconcile actual vs standard costs; identify key drivers behind variances.        
• Work with the manufacturing personnel to improve yield and efficiency.    
• Prepare summary feedback of financial statement variances to budget and prior periods; Establish a business partner relationship, with other departments (Ops, sales, engineering, etc.), to provide relevant information to improve business; Monitor and report on cost trends, cost absorption and margin performance; Support Finance Manager in efforts to control fixed and variable costs in accordance with budgeted / forecasted spend-this may include working on ways to increase real time cost visibility and identifying potential targets for cost efficiency improvements; Report on manufacturing variances, overhead expenses, scrap, waste & inventory valuation; Annual compilation of manufacturing budget and review of standard costs; Synthesize data and present reports in a meaningful way to management;  Perform month end analysis related to COGS and inventory; Perform other duties as required to ensure the success of the business unit.        
• HSE:  Cooperate with their employer for the purposes of protecting the health and safety of themselves as well as other workers either engaged or at the work site where the work is being carried out; Ensure that the workers are aware of their health & safety responsibilities & duties.        

REQUIREMENTS:

• Holding a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or Commerce.
• Minimum 5 years experience in cost accounting in manufacturing industry.
• Previous experience in standard costing in manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with Month end closing 
• Strong experience with maintaining and updating standard costs for all products, raw materials, freight, duty and labor. 
• Strong experience with variance analysis
• Completed CPA/CMA or in progress - preferred
• Previous experience with implementation of standard costing system - preferred
• Previous experience with ERP, preferrably IFS - preferred.
• Ability to work fully onsite from our manufacturing facility in Fairfield, OH.

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WHAT MATTR OFFERS
•    At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy 
•    We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs 
•    Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
•    Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities 
•    Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•    Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs
•    Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment  
•    We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
•    Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
•    We’re working to create a better world. Join us!

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe and Xerxes. At Mattr, we have built a true team environment where all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the company. We want you to join our team!