Cost Accountant - Manufacturing
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at AB SKF. Falconer · $77,000–$87,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Track manufacturing KPIs each day and reconcile, monitor, and report inventory balances
- Gather production cost information, analyze it, and help with budgets, forecasts, and standard costs
- Keep audit records organized and respond to internal and external audit requests
- Check that system feeds into the general ledger remain accurate, and prepare analysis using QlikView, Power BI, or Power Query
- Help local and other aerospace factories meet reporting deadlines and requirements
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting is required
- You have two to five years in cost or general accounting; manufacturing experience is preferred
- You can use Excel pivot tables and complex formulas, along with Power BI and the wider Microsoft Office suite
- You bring accuracy, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to prioritize work independently and with other teams
Who this fits
This on-site role in Falconer suits someone comfortable spending time on the factory floor to understand production and inventory flow. You may occasionally work weekends or holidays, and the work includes supporting other aerospace factories.
From the employer
Manufacturing Cost Accountant
Location: Falconer, NY
Salary Range: $ 77,000.00 to $ 87,000.00
About SKF:
SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.
We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.
We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.
Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.
Position Summary:
This position will be onsite and based in Falconer, NY and is part of local finance team. We are seeking an ambitious individual with a cost accounting background, will help analyze data, and have knowledge in integrated financial systems (Infor XA, SAP, Ariba, Basware, etc.), financial processes, and systems.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Daily reporting and tracking of Manufacturing KPI’s.
- Inventory reconciliations, monitoring, and reporting.
- Assist in collecting, tracking, and analyzing production costs.
- Support budgeting, forecasting and standard cost processes as needed.
- Maintain organized documentation and support both internal and external audit requests.
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all system interfaces to the general ledger.
- Provide data analytics and reports utilizing various tools (Qlikview, Power BI, Power Query).
- Assist in meeting reporting deadlines and requirements.
- Support other Aerospace factories as needed.
Requirements:
- BA/BS in Accounting is Required.
- 2 to 5 years of Cost or General Accounting experience, and working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Comfortable spending time on factory floor understanding production processes and inventory flow.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of products, specifically Excel (pivot tables and complex formulas), Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
- Willingness to learn accounting software and ERP systems, experience with integrated ERP packages is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to analyze data, to solve problems and provide solutions in a timely manner.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize objectives, work independently and effectively with other team members and departments.
- Takes personal responsibility for objectives and performance.
- Ability to work occasionally weekends/holidays as required.
What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.
Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.
Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.