Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!The Cost Accountant role willreview, analyze, and report on material, labor, and other expenses to ensure that costs for the company’s products are allocated according to corporate procedures and best practices, and in compliance with financial accounting standards. Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and sales to provide relevant information to all management levels for timely business decisions. Drive increased profitability by identifying continuous improvement opportunities.This position is hybrid, with required monthly travel to our Sanborn, NY and Cortland, NY locations. Ideal candidate would reside in a reasonable commuting distance to both of these offices.Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Work collaboratively to provide high-level support to local, regional, and functional management teams, by:
Conducting monthly reviews of financial statements and subsequent analyses.
Providing timely and accurate financial information used to drive profitability decisions and actions.
Providing insight for business partners to fully understand and evaluate costs, variances, and applicable operating measures.
Providing training and support related to cost accounting principles, best practices, and the use of the ERP system.
Performing ad-hoc analyses and providing requested data and information to support decision making.
Thoroughly monitor inventory transactions and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with corporate policies; follow up to rectify or escalate, as appropriate.
Effectively coordinate with local management to prepare annual operating budgets and forecasts for the relevant business areas.
Perform periodic reviews and analyses of departmental manufacturing and purchase burden rates to ensure accurate inventory costing.
Utilize corporate resources and reporting systems to provide high-level support to capital expenditure justification, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, in addition to annual fixed asset physical inventories.
Engage and collaborate with various departments and personnel to foster and support continuous improvement for cost controls and inventory management.
Proactively identify potential cost accounting challenges and coordinate issue resolution/problem solving with applicable functional teams.
Click the I'm Interested button so our hiring team can review your application and schedule time to speak with you soon!What happens next? Once you submit your application / resume, a member of the recruiting team will send you an email with a self-schedule link to speak with one of our Recruiters. Watch your email for that link!Education/ExperienceBS in Accounting or related field, plusthree (3)years of cost accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and/or a global organization highly preferred.Experience with OneStream Consolidation Software and Infor Visual Manufacturing, a plus.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAccounting Skills. Strong general accounting and financial analysis skills. General understanding of US GAAP. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply internal policies and procedures consistently in daily activities.Strong understanding and working knowledge of cost accounting and ERP systems.Analytical Skills. Ability to use information/data and various metrics to develop an informed and factual business case. Strong financial analytical capabilities for developing profitable product strategies. Ability to define problems, collect objective data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization and across the globe. Genuine with high ethical standards and values, and personal integrity and honesty.Strategic Change Agent. Courage to make and encourage others to make difficult decisions. Ability to foster commitment to the shared mission and vision of Pyrotek and contribute to the development/execution of strategic goals and objectives related to assigned responsibility.Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient MS Office computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint. Experience using consolidation software, ERP systems, and business analytic tools.Core Business Skills. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Displays willingness to make decisions and work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy.Travel. Ability to travel domestically up to 30% of the year. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid US Passport.Physical/Sensory RequirementsThe following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position. Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.Working EnvironmentWhile performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an office environment, with occasional work in a manufacturing environment, where frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles are present. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.$70,000-$85,000 / salaryThe minimum and maximum salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$85,000 + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.Pyrotek benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision after 31 days
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
401(k) with generous match
Profit Sharing
Supplemental Benefits
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