Cost Accounting Manager (Hybrid)
Benjamin Moore

Job Info

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Job Summary

The Cost Accounting Manager is a part of our Finance team and is responsible for our Cost and Fixed Asset accounting team. This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the applicable financial statement balances and disclosures, and for creating analytical and reporting capabilities. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Financial Reporting and has two direct reports, the Cost Accountant and the Fixed Asset Accountant.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare inventory and cost of goods sold monthly reporting package and supporting analyses to identify and explain trends, variances from expected and historical results, and potential issues and opportunities in the cost of sales, gross margin and fixed asset financial statement accounts. Analyze manufacturing, distribution and logistics cost and volume trends, by cost type, plant and DC. Work with Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain teams on follow-up reviews as needed.
• Oversee the monthly valuation of US and Canadian inventory, including LIFO, excess and obsolete, and other reserve adjustments; cap and roll of variances; revaluation of inventory; and elimination of profit in inventory. Ensure journal entries are reviewed and approved, and all account analyses are correctly prepared. Must be able to identify and address potential errors in financial statement accounts.
• Work with FP&A on the development of annual standard cost updates, based on Plant and DC cost center budgets and production/shipping volume budgets.
• Work with Procurement on inventory valuations used in support of subcontracting and raw material sales transactions.
• Review the implementation and oversee the operation of the AMTDirect Lease Accounting system.
• Work with Operations in planning the annual physical inventory, and overseeing the appointment and scheduling of auditors for selected locations. Review and summarize overall audit results.
• Act as liaison with internal and external auditors relating to cost accounting, fixed asset and leasing inquiries when needed.
• Review and implement new accounting pronouncements related to inventory, leasing and fixed assets as required.
• Review existing operating procedures, identify gaps and process improvement opportunities, and implement corrective action. Ensure procedures are properly documented in the event of staff turnover. Establish procedures to detect and correct data entry errors in procurement and operations that could result in inventory valuation errors.
• Train, develop and lead staff.
• Special projects as required.
• Must be available for travel and weekend work, as necessary (Less than 5%).

Required Knowledge & Desired Skills

• 10+ years experience in Cost Accounting in a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive SAP manufacturing and accounting (FI/CO) knowledge. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA, CMA or MBA a plus.
• Possess strong managerial and leadership skills. Must be able to train and develop staff.
• Strong Communication, Analytical and Presentation Skills.
• Ability to manage projects as needed and meet financial reporting deadlines.
• Thinks proactively and has the ability to add value through creative, flexible work solutions (i.e., independence of thought) while exercising sound/professional judgment. Must be able to work independently with little supervision. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to research and resolve accounting issues.
• Self-directed, highly driven, with a strong business sense and professional presence.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Benjamin Moore, we believe diversity of culture, talent, and varying perspectives is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business. We are committed to driving change within our organization through purposeful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts, while also focusing on our customers and communities in which we serve. Our DE&I efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence and Safety. Our Social Impact programming of strategic local and national partnerships, in-kind donations, volunteerism, and more expands our ability to make a difference in the lives of all of our stakeholders. We hope you will join us and become an advocate for diversity and inclusion here at Benjamin Moore.

At Benjamin Moore & Co, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive because it benefits our employees, our products, and our community. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Benjamin Moore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee’s student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

Company Profile

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The color of pride: Benjamin Moore is proud to be a part of Berkshire Hathaway, which was recognized by Fortune magazine as the world's fourth most admired company. And for more than 130 years we've been a respected leader in the architectural coatings and home décor landscape; creating the products and tools that enrich and beautify thousands of communities each day. We recognize that our associates are the driving force behind our success, and we strive to provide a work environment where hard work, creativity and purposeful collaboration are fostered and encouraged.

Join a company where innovation is constantly recognized as we look for individuals who produce world-class products, best-in-class services and customer experiences, design pioneering paints using the latest technologies and deliver unparalleled value and brand experiences for our customers and retail network.

Safety

At Benjamin Moore, our people are the heart of the company and our number one asset. We are committed to providing safe working conditions at all of our locations and have invested heavily in measures aimed at keeping employees healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. With safety as one of our core company values, we've modified facilities and work schedules to support social distancing, established enhanced cleaning and sanitization protocols, and regularly provide personal protective equipment to all employees—including masks, gloves and hand sanitizer. Ensuring the well-being of our team members is a top priority.

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