Cost Accountant

At Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, we are seeking a highly skilled Cost Accountant to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, you will be responsible for managing our standard cost system, reporting manufacturing costs and variances, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management of the standard cost system
• Report manufacturing costs and variances, and proactively inform the management team of any risk situations
• Identify potential savings related to production efficiency
• Full control of scrap top offenders on production
• Lead in the development and implementation of operational accounting best practices
• Financial lead in the reporting and management of inventory
• Support Operations and Commercial teams in costing related analysis and decision making
• Assist or lead in the monthly close and reporting process
• Assist in the annual Audit process
• P&L Deep Analysis
• Profitability analysis by business division
• Gross profit Analysis per product/customer
• Assist in the annual operative planning process
• Proactively identify, support and coordinate report automation opportunities
• Capex responsible
• Cost analysis and cost standard calculation
• Develop proficiency in SAP to become a site system leader

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or equivalent required
• CPA or CMA designation preferred but not required
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment is required
• Proficiency in computer and related software programs (SAP, Oracle, MS Office tools)
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Accounting or Finance in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in participating and/or managing multiple on-going projects individually or with other team members
• Ability to work independently with high degree of initiative and highly motivated
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• High level of commitment, creativity, teamwork and good assertiveness
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to form strong working relationships and communicate well with team members at all organizational levels
• Hands-on attitude

About Freudenberg Filtration Technologies:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including vacation time, health insurance, cafeteria/canteen services, and a safe environment. We strive to ensure safety remains a top priority and provide a stable environment for our employees. We also offer international opportunities for growth and development.