Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Description: Wastequip is looking for a Sr. Cost Accountant to support our cost accounting department. The day-to-day focus of this role will be to provide accounting and financial support for the Company. This job is remote with up to 50% travel around the country. Responsibilities and Duties • Create and maintain the standard cost system for inventory component items. • Analyze purchase price variances and operational efficiency (scrap) performance and assist plant management to identify improvement targets. • Evaluate, report, and present reports on product line and customer profitability. • Track, analyze, and report on inventory management, including disposals; • Support physical inventories through variance analysis and internal audit presence. • Analyze cycle count variances and determine root cause. • Provide general ledger support as part of standard monthly procedure. • Perform month-end balance sheet account reconciliations as appropriate. • Perform ad-hoc analysis through research to support the finance function, including supporting schedules for internal and external reporting requirements. • Travel at various plants required - 25% Skills and Qualifications • 2 - 5 years' experience in cost accounting. • 2 - 5 years' experience in manufacturing. • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. • Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred. • Must possess strong analytical skills. • Competency with Microsoft Office and Advanced Excel functions. • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. • Able to work independently remotely. • Able to travel up to 50% of the time domestically. Company Benefits • 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's) • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • Company Paid Base Life Insurance • Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance • Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Voluntary Pet Insurance • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Founded in 1989, Wastequip is the leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment in North America. We specialize in products, systems and solutions to help you collect, store, transport and manage a wide range of waste and recyclables. Wastequip is one of the few companies that manufactures a complete line of both steel and plastic waste handling equipment. We built our stress-free solutions with you in mind, making Wastequip the perfect place for one-stop sourcing. Wastequip's extensive product selection includes dumpsters, compactors, balers, carts and more. Our products are built to handle collection of household, commercial, and industrial waste and recyclables. Our experienced sales team specializes in assisting customers in finding the right solution for your waste or recycling needs. With facilities across North America, we have the product you need when and where you need it. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job