Cost Accountant (On-Site)

Job Description

COMMENTS : The Cost Accountant will work for Mizkan America, Inc. at the Owensboro, Kentucky Meal Solutions plant. This position will report to the Plant Controller for direct supervision and to the Accounts Payable Manager for AP related tasks.

This job description reflects assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Based in Mount Prospect, IL, Mizkan America is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life™ for almost 220 years.

As one of the leading makers of vinegars, condiments, and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America maintains 12 manufacturing facilities that serve the retail, foodservice, specialty-Asian and food-ingredient trade channels.

We are committed to following our two core principles : continuously challenging the status quo and delivering only the finest products for our customers.

Our leadership seeks out, embraces, and implements ideas for improvement from all of its employees. Transparency and accountability are two key factors that drive our company’s overall management approach.

We are looking for people who are seeking to deliver their best so that we can deliver ours. Above all, we’re dedicated to maximizing the potential of our greatest assets our team members.

That’s reflected in our ongoing commitment to recruit, develop, reward, and retain our talented, multicultural workforce.

We hope to see you as part of our team’s future success!

SUMMARY : Responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts and performing accounting tasks for Manufacturing Operations, such as updating ledger accounts and preparing monthly reports.

Prepares necessary information for month end close, financial and / or management reporting, tax / audit compliance, budgets, and other F & A needs.

Also, processing PO and non-PO invoices in the relevant Procure to Pay (P2P) platform. This role requires deep understanding on GRNI (Goods Received not Invoiced) to optimize discounts and process payments accurately and timely.

Constant interaction with the plants and the procurement team to resolve quantity and pricing issues is a must. Documents and maintains processes that ensure appropriate internal controls are established.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform period-end financial closing responsibilities, including preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and resolving reconciling items.
• Prepare month end reporting and reconciliation related responsibilities.
• Assist in monthly and annual physical inventory counts as well as reporting and analysis.
• Assist in providing documentation and work papers requested by external and internal auditors.
• Work closely with the plant controlling and operations management teams to deliver annual budget and costing templates needed to create Standard cost in ERP system.
• Assist in the analysis of business results and General Ledger accounts, recommending actions to maintain controls and deliver business results.
• Co-lead all new product costing estimates / calculations for both SAP and D365
• Assist with collecting and reporting financial and operational information to plants and corporate management.
• Support Accounts Payable Department with entering and reconciling inventory and non-inventory invoices into Coupa and D365
• Assist with Received not Invoiced (GRNI) analysis in all systems including P2P platform.
• Respond timely to requests for information from management, auditors, or other business units.
• Interaction with the plants and the procurement team to resolve quantity and pricing issues.
• Manage and maintaining fixed assets book and tax records including CIP, additions / disposals, and depreciation expense.
• Manage fixed assets Project order management (creation, funding, tracking, closing)
• Co-manage and report on project spending / tracking for capital projects.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with mid-year and year end reporting to Japan.
• Assist the manufacturing plants with Capital Project proposals, track progress of approvals, and actual / forecasts spending vs authorized amounts.
• Assist with mid and annual financial audits.
• Act as back up to co-workers within the department.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department and process improvements.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of related accounting experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in D365 F&O ERP system, strongly preferred.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with Power BI is a plus.
• Experience in practical application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Strong AP experienced 3-way match - Microsoft Dynamic 365 preferred.
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, high integrity.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Willingness and flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines.
• Ability to exhibit a professional business-like appearance and demeanor.

Location(s)

1901 Ragu Drive, Owensboro, Kentucky 42303