Cost Accounting Analyst

Salary: Confidential

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted: March 03 2025

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Available

Job description:

Cost Accounting Analyst Inventory Pegging and Distribution

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cost Accounting Analyst to support
inventory pegging and distribution processes. This role will be
responsible for analyzing cost movements, performing reconciliations,
improving inventory reporting, and collaborating with cross-functional
teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills,
experience in cost accounting, and a solid understanding of SAP in a
manufacturing or logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Address costing-related inquiries from internal teams and auditors,
analyzing pegging and cost fluctuations.

- Prepare journal entries, conduct general ledger account analysis,
and reconcile inventory records.

- Enhance inventory reporting by analyzing material costs, labor, and
overhead recalculations.

- Consolidate, analyze, and report inventory balances by product line,
including monthly variance analysis and quarterly balance sheet
classifications (RM, WIP & FG).

- Maintain strong internal controls, update documentation, and support
internal and external audits.

- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and engage
in cross-training initiatives.

- Assist in project management activities and perform ad hoc financial
analysis as needed.

- Collaborate closely with Procurement and Operations to ensure
accurate inventory costing and reporting.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 4 years
of relevant experience, OR

- Graduate degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, OR

- In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in cost accounting within an operations or manufacturing
environment.

- Strong SAP expertise, particularly in pegging and distribution
within complex manufacturing or logistics settings.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

- Strong prioritization skills with the ability to delegate tasks
effectively.

- Adaptability to shifting priorities and deadlines.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset.

- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Effective time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

- Visa Sponsorship: Not available

- Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 (Base Salary)

- Employment Type: Full-time

- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

- Relocation Assistance: Possible for the right candidate

- Bonus & Overtime: Not applicable

- Travel: Occasional

Qualifications:

eferred Qualifications

- Experience in cost accounting within an operations or manufacturing
environment.

- Strong SAP expertise, particularly in pegging and distribution
within complex manufacturing or logistics settings.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

- Strong prioritization skills with the ability to delegate tasks
effectively.

- Adaptability to shifting priorities and deadlines.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset.

- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Effective time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

If you are an analytical and detail-driven professional with a passion
for cost accounting in a dynamic environment.

Apply for this position

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