We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to oversee and optimize cost accounting operations across multiple global manufacturing facilities. This role is essential in ensuring accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis while driving process improvements and maintaining robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and oversee cost accounting processes across multiple global manufacturing locations.<br>• Develop and update standard costs and lead the annual cost roll processes.<br>• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, manage reserves, and reconcile accounts to the general ledger.<br>• Oversee month-end close activities related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing variances.<br>• Analyze and report on labor, overhead, and production variances to identify trends and opportunities.<br>• Partner with plant controllers and site finance teams to ensure consistent costing methodologies.<br>• Establish and enforce global cost accounting policies and best practices across all operations.<br>• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.<br>• Drive process improvements and automation in cost reporting and data analysis.<br>• Lead and mentor a team of cost accountants, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic financial leader to join our team in Northeast Iowa. As the VP/Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial direction of our organization within the wholesale distribution industry. This position is ideal for someone passionate about financial management, strategic planning, and organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, implement, and oversee financial programs and systems, including budgeting, tax planning, and asset management.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to support organizational goals, succession planning, and staff development initiatives.</p><p>• Train and mentor finance team members to enhance their expertise in financial management practices.</p><p>• Manage and coordinate fiscal reporting activities, including revenue and expense reports, balance sheets, and budgets.</p><p>• Evaluate potential contracts and provide strategic advice on program designs and implementations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial reporting regulations.</p><p>• Lead improvements and updates to automated financial and management information systems.</p><p>• Supervise the preparation of financial statements, analytical reports, and special data evaluations.</p><p>• Establish robust finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures to maintain internal controls.</p><p>• Analyze cash flow, cost controls, and financial statements to identify areas for improvement and guide business decisions.</p>