Cost Accountant

HYBRID ROLE **Job Purpose:** Our Cost Accountant will be responsible for general ledger journal entries, month-end close procedures and analyzing balances in accounts for appropriateness. **Job Responsibilities:** ● Maintain and update accurate financial records, including general ledger accounts, balance sheets, and income statements. ● Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders. ● Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including invoice processing, billing, and collections. ● Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable and receivable, and other financial accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. ● Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis. ● Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations. ● Meet all scheduled monthly financial reporting and tax deadlines and provide accurate and timely analysis and research as needed. **Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:** ● Establish standard costs: Maintain and update standard costs for raw materials, direct labor, and manufacturing overhead. ● Value inventory: Perform monthly inventory reconciliations, including raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods. ● Evaluate product margins: Analyze product-by-product profitability to identify low-margin goods and cost-saving opportunities. ● Ensure timely processing of goods receipts: Partner with the maintenance and operations team to ensure goods receipts are done promptly and are accurate. ● Prepare journal entries: Execute month-end close activities related to cost accounting, inventory, freight, and cost of goods sold (COGS). ● Generate cost reports: Create weekly and monthly operational dashboards for plant management and corporate executives. ● Explain cost drivers: Present clear commentary on fluctuations in manufacturing costs and operational performance. ● Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to gather information, resolve issues, and communicate financial information effectively. ● Utilize accounting software and financial management tools to streamline processes and improve efficiency. ●Process miscellaneous billings, customer credits, and work with customer price pages. **Work Experience:** ● 3-5 years of related job experience. ● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment. ● Basic experience of simple office/operational systems. ● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives. ● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. ● Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful). **Education:** ● Bachelor's Degree Preferred **What We Offer** * Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc. * Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. * Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions. * Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits. **About Veritiv** Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit [www.veritiv.com](http://www.veritiv.com/) and connect with the Company on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/veritiv/).