The Supervisor, Cost Accounting, is responsible for leadership of the accounting team that manages the accounting for global inventory, cost of goods sold, other margin charges, and gross margin.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise a team responsible for balance sheet and income statement accounts and controls related to Inventory, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), and Gross Margin
- Oversee, monitor and improve accounting systems around inventory and gross margin
- Primary point of contact for audit partners regarding inventory and gross margin accounting
- Manage accounting side of annual physical inventory
- Perform monthly reviews of the Ohio warehouse cycle counting results
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Acounting or Finance
- 3-5 years' experience in accounting and cost accounting
- 1+ years' experience supervisory experience
- Skilled with CRM and ATS systems
- Familiarity with Microsoft D365
- Strong analytical reasoning skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5-8 years' experience in accounting and cost accounting
- Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- 3+ years' experience supervisory experience
- Proficient with Microsoft D365
Behavioral Traits for Success:
- Strong commitment to tasks being completed correctly and on time
- Understanding and collaborative
- Thrives in a structured environment
- Comfortable making decisions in area of expertise
- Communication style is factual and sincere
- Willingness to follow established policies, processes, and procedures
- Comfortable working at a somewhat faster-than-average pace
Working Environment:
- Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
- Hybrid work schedule
- Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
- Limited Domestic Travel
Your Performance Will Be Measured On:
Your performance will be measured by your ability to achieve annual department objectives and corporate goals which include but are not limited to the following.
- Decision-making, judgment, and execution
- Able to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner
- Quality presentations that are engaging and offer actionable insight
- Timely accurate monthly, quarterly and annual close
- Inventory Units and Cost accurate in accordance with US GAAP
- Ability to foster team collaboration, communication, and performance
- Stakeholder Feedback