Cost Accountant
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Cemstone. Mendota Heights · full-time · $65,000–$85,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Track inventory value, production rates, manufacturing variances, material prices and freight costs, then share the results
- Set and update standard costs, allocate costs each month and check monthly close activities
- Maintain item records, bills of materials and production routings, keeping product and costing data accurate
- Handle sales and use tax filings and reconciliations, and support physical inventories and cycle counts
- Visit production sites to understand cost drivers and improve costing accuracy, while documenting inventory and tax procedures
What you bring
- A college degree and two to four years of relevant experience are preferred
- You bring knowledge or experience in commercial and residential construction materials
- You can work with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to analyze and manage data
- You communicate clearly, work independently and manage competing tasks accurately and on time
Who this fits
This role suits someone who is detail-focused, self-directed and comfortable working with employees, suppliers and customers. You’ll periodically visit manufacturing facilities.
From the employer
Job Summary:
TCC Materials is a leading manufacturer of architectural and concrete specialty products, which include concrete masonry block, concrete repair products, precast, architectural stone, mortars and grout, and hardscape landscaping products. Consider joining an amazing family-owned business, with over 65 years of industry experience! We offer competitive pay and a great benefits package.
What You’ll Do:
This individual will monitor, analyze, and report on inventory valuation, production run rates, manufacturing variances, material prices, and freight costs. This position develops and maintains standard costs, processes monthly cost allocations, and verifies monthly closing activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Create, maintain, and audit inventory master data, including item records, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing routings, and related product structures, ensuring the accuracy of item attributes, units of measure, costing methods, pricing, purchasing information, and inventory classifications.
Coordinate all new item setup, item revisions, product obsolescence, and manufacturing master data changes while ensuring data integrity, cross-functional alignment, and consistency across departments.
Prepare, file, and reconcile monthly, quarterly, and annual sales and use tax returns while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Assist in coordinating annual physical inventories and cycle count programs while investigating inventory discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.
Perform periodic audits of inventory master data to ensure completeness, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.
Periodically visit manufacturing facilities to understand production processes and cost drivers while identifying opportunities to improve costing accuracy and operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain documentation and standard operating procedures related to inventory item setup, inventory control processes, product costing, and sales tax administration.
Assist with onboarding new EDI trading partners, document mapping validation, testing, and implementation activities.
Maintain effective working relationships with company employees, suppliers, and customers. Promote and maintain the professional image and reputation of the company and ensure timely problem resolution and customer satisfaction.
Perform all tasks with great attention to detail, proper formatting, and correct grammar.
Perform all other duties as assigned by TCC Materials Management.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Must have effective communication ability and solid interpersonal/networking skills.
Must be self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work successfully without close supervision.
Must be able to multi-task in an accurate and timely manner with superior time management skills.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, suppliers, and other employees of the organization.
Evidence of leadership and professionalism.
Knowledge/experience in the commercial and residential construction materials industry.
Working knowledge of PC Window’s environment including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, computer literate with the ability to analyze and manage data.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
College degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.
Pay: $65,000-$85,000 annually
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plans
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Education Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Closing
If you are interested in becoming part of our team, please apply online today.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourage qualified women, minorities,
individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. Join us in building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve.