Cost Accountant

at Aston Carter in Northbrook, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description:

Aston Carter is partnered with a major manufacturer in the North suburbs of Chicago to hire a Cost Accountant. This person will be responsible for the accounting duties listed below as well as assisting with preparation of consolidated financial statements, preparation of management reports; and reviewing the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications.

Duties:

+ Prepares monthly journal entries, consolidating entries and month-end analyses.

+ Responsible for various exhibits and commentary required for reports issued to management, outside Directors and government agencies.

+ Coordinates typing, proofreading, issuance and filing of reports

+ Prepares and analyzes distribution and storage costs

+ Evaluates and recommends improvements to accounting procedures and systems.

+ Reconciles and analyses intercompany activity.

+ Provides guidance to other accounting staff.

+ Assists with special projects, year-end activities and related duties

+ Prepares reconciliations of inventory

Qualifications:

+ Bachelors degree in accounting or related field

+ 2-4+ years of prior accounting experience

+ Proficient with Microsoft Windows environment and have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Applications

+ Familiarity with SAP ERP systems is a plus

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.