Cost Accountant - Flextronics : Job Details

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we are looking to add a Cost Accountant located in Northfield, MN. Reporting to the Controller, the Cost Accountant's role involves preparing, maintaining, and reviewing accounting records in line with GAAP, Flex corporate policies & processes and analyzing & interpreting accounting records to ensure accurate financial reporting.

What a typical day looks like:

• Prepare/Review regular Journal Vouchers with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Perform Standard Cost Update, Cycle Count & perform CC Audit, weekly Soft Close, prepare weekly/monthly reports (WO, TML, EDM, PPV/IPV, WOV, Soft Close & etc.) for reporting and analysis.
• Adhere to Direct Material Standard Cost, Work Order, Purchase Price Variance, Cycle Counting, Excess & Obsolete, Inventory Transfer policy and other applicable Costing policies.
• Prepare and Review with controller BS Recon for the responsible BS Accounts.
• Collaborate with GBS & other departments at the site at month-end to ensure smooth month end close.
• Perform comprehensive monthly analysis on Forecast/WIF vs Actual for the responsible P&L and BS Accounts and share the outcome with the controller.
• Generate insightful reports on variances in financial results and key operational metrics, working in coordination with the GBS and relevant functional departments on/off site.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and optimize expenses, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and contribute to the formulation of cost-saving strategies.
• Initiate & participate in process improvement initiatives and new system design and implementation.

The experience we are looking to add to our team:

• Experience in Manufacturing accounting process
• 2 years minimum experience in Cost Accounting and Finance Management role.
• A bachelor's degree or higher degree in Finance or a related field
• Strong command of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Knowledge of advanced financial modeling and data mining (advanced Excel skills).
• A strong team player who excels at collaborating in cross-functional environments.
• A deep understanding of Capex, DL/IDL/MOH Accounting, BS Reconciliation & other accrual practices.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to Minnesota) $55,800.00 USD - $76,700.00 USD Annual

Finance

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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