About Us:
BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
Job Description:
BW Converting is looking for a Sr. Cost Accountant to join our dynamic Green Bay, WI team, to provide outstanding support to partners in Finance, Operations, Service, Project Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Inside/Outside Sales, and People teams. The successful candidate will have previous cost accounting experience in a fast-paced capital equipment manufacturing environment, exceptional attention to detail and communication skills, and positively contribute to our performance by actively partnering with functional leaders to identify opportunities for improvement.
Essential Functions
- Monthly closing functions including revenue and margin recognition, inventory and other reserve adjustments (LIFO/NRV/E&O/standard cost variances/warranty), department cost and absorption accruals, et al.
- Monthly variance analysis including project cost triangle (as sold vs as released vs as shipped), Volume Margin Mix, department cost/absorption/utilization
- Monthly (rolling 12-month) forecast updates including project (revenue/cost/cash), department, and working capital financial projections
- Partner with segment finance and department leaders to drive the annual budget preparation, including cost accounts, standard/internal rate updates, and utilization assumptions
- Ongoing review and maintenance of standard costs and key reports
- Ensure appropriate level of control for assigned financial integrity areas (ex., inventory)
- Work to improve financial processes and communication across the company
- Participate in external audits and implement any corrective findings
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of finance or accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
- A strong bias for action and drive for results
- Experience with Microsoft D365 (F&O) and Infor XA preferred
- Understanding of manufacturing and supply chain operations as well as lean principles
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail and organization. Ability to flex appropriately between details and summaries depending on the audience.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Proficient in accounting practices, standards, and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). In-depth knowledge of accounting principles applications and best practices.
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
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Company:
Paper Converting Machine Company