Senior Cost Accountant - Bennington : Job Details

JOB SUMMARY: Bennington is the market leading pontoon boat manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries, a Fortune 500 company. We pride ourselves on delivering a boating experience that's second to none through our emphasis on innovation, design, product quality, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our team members live that passion every day and have fueled our growth across 6 buildings in Elkhart, IN. Reporting to our Controller, the Senior Cost Accountant is a key member of the Accounting and Finance team and will be responsible for various day-to-day accounting activities while also participating in projects that help drive the growth of the organization. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES : • Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, and inventory valuation; prepare cost reports for management. • Maintain and update standard costs in the ERP system. • Maintain and improve cost accounting procedures and internal controls. • Perform monthly close activities related to inventory and cost accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis. • Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost tracking and efficiency. • Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies. • Lead or support cost accounting projects such as system upgrades, cost model enhancements, or process improvements. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field desired, or equivalent qualification or a combination of job-related education • Minimum of 3 years of experience and thorough understanding of accounting and finance preferred • CPA, CMA, or MBA (preferred). • The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in manufacturing or production environments. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including excellent Excel skills • Ability to work autonomously and manage time well • Demonstrated ability to achieve goals, results-oriented and self-driven • Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders. • Highly organized and effective in managing multiple priorities and deadlines • Effective negotiation, and problem-solving skills