Cost Accountant

Genesis10
53,000.00 65,000.00 Year
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Lenox
Apr 25, 2025
Genesis10 is seeking a Cost Accountant for a direct hire placement with our client in Lenox, IA. Job Description: Our Client is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. POSITION SUMMARY: The Cost Accountant is responsible for the preparation and analysis of accounting reports related to manufacturing processing at the Lenox facility, including liquid reconciliation, shrink, production efficiencies and downtime. This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures and activities, related to Food Safety & Quality, are followed and complied with uniformly, in an effort to reduce product and process variability. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for weekly operational reporting related to manufacturing processing at the Lenox facility. Accumulate and review daily production documents and enter production statistics into files for additional reporting. Responsible for monitoring inventories (chemicals, raw materials, work in process, rework, and finished goods) to ensure their accuracy. Activities include: physical count updates in SAP, periodic cycle counts, and research of material count variances, reconciliations and applicable shrink reporting. Responsible for material setup, of new or existing items. Monitor updates to existing products and materials as necessary. Responsible for maintaining and preparing standard cost estimates. Responsible for assisting in the month-end accounting including the completion of journal entries as assigned. Assist with the completion of annual budgets. Assist in the development of new reports as requested to support plant operations. Complete special projects or other duties as required. Adhere to practices that ensure SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance. To include, but not limited to, obtaining management approval of material order variances and coordinating raw material cycle counting utilizing A,B,C methodology. Assumes personal responsibility to ensure safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and, incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks. Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMP's, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality. Participation in plant safety team. Ensures regulatory compliance at all times. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPEREINCE REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or Associates degree in accounting with equivalent experience. EXPERIENCE: Two years accounting experience a plus MS Office expertise required SAP preference preferred. Excellent oral and written communications skills to effectively interact with others. Highly motivated individual able to work in fast-paced environment If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: * Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. * The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. * Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) * Behavioral Health Platform * Medical, Dental, Vision * Health Savings Account * Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) * Voluntary Term Life Insurance * 401K * Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) * Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #LI-TJ1