Cost Accountant

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

The Cost Accountant I will be responsible for planning, analyzing, and communicating the profitability of the plant’s manufacturing operations through detailed reports of efficiencies related to the plant’s production and other key financial information for management review. The Cost Accountant I is also responsible for coordinating and conducting inventory and asset cycle counts within the plant, supporting the month and close and required Sarbanes Oxly, supporting components of the forecasting process, and performing cost analysis to support the initiatives of the site.

What You’ll Do:

Examine the plant’s production costs, gain/loss, and month-end closing data

Independently collect and analyze operational data

Complete monthly cost analysis of controllable expense accounts and material cost variance accounts.

Gain understanding, and explain and reconcile manufacturing financial variances for the plant

Prepare month-end close activities, including adjusting journal entries and accruals, closing production work orders, settling utility payments, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Identify resources and solutions to control or eliminate gaps to plan and/or plant performance goals

Participate in daily/weekly plant meetings to explain the results of analysis and identified solutions

Drive accounting processes within the plant to ensure accurate books and records and compliance to key control requirements including Sarbanes Oxley

Provide support and documentation for monthly SOX controls, interim SOX testing, and audits from both Internal and External auditors

Reconcile cycle counts and post adjustments approved by the Plant Controller

Coordinate data points and provide organized data to senior Cost Accountants or Controller for decision making process.

Assist in building and managing the annual budget for the plant

Participate in the annual update of Bill of Materials (BOMs) and Production Routings

Recognize problems and generate solutions/ideas

Based on plant site size and complexity as well as need, the Cost Accountant I may also:

Back up for production confirmation and daily reconciliation to SAP.

Identify and resolve any production entry discrepancies or issues

Enter or scan raw material receiving receipt information and preparing for entry into SAP

Enter raw material receiving data into SAP

Maintain movement of inventory through the quality process

Manage movement of damaged and obsolete inventory

Own oversight of MRB (Material Review Board) inventory including movements of all quality and non-quality product

Research and resolve purchasing invoice issues

Coordinate and conduct cycle counts and annual physical counts within the plant

Ensure that the cycle count is completed efficiently and accurately, and that all data has been entered properly

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required

Minimum of one year experience in an accounting or finance role required

Manufacturing experience preferred

CPA / CMA certification (or in process) a plus

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $58,000 to $71,800. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility

Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays

Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match

Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)

Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs

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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.