Cost Accountant

Sparks, NV, USA Req #137

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Hoffmaster Group Inc, is an industry leader producing the most complete line of specialty disposable tabletop products for over 75 years. Hoffmaster competes in three distinct business segments – Foodservice, Consumer, and E-Commerce. Our products can be found in thousands of retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. As a customer centric company, we strive to deliver innovative solutions to both our customers and the ultimate end users of our products. This Innovation is a key part of what we do here at Hoffmaster, and we continue to drive the industry forward by investing in our employees and state-of-the-art technology..

Primary Purpose of the Role

The Cost Accountant I position is responsible for monitoring inventory transactions and cost variances. This requires managing activities that support accurate inventory including review of shop orders, items attributes, BOMs, and production entry. The cost accountant must also prepare periodic reports that are used by the operations and finance teams.

Essesntial Job Duties

Review and analyze inventory and margin reports, conduct research and perform analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability

Compare actual and standard costs to estimates; analyze variances

Analyze purchase price and material usage variances

Assist in maintaining cost in system and setting standard costs

Provide support to Pricing Dept.

Monitor inventory activity and resolve inventory errors or missed transactions

Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes

Prepare schedules and assist with physical inventory

Investigate impacting processes, efficiencies and variances

Prepare and distribute analytical reports to operations and finance teams

Other tasks as determined by business needs

Required Skills and Abilities

Experience with an integrated ERP system and understanding of how each module interfaces with finance

Proficient Microsoft Excel user

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently

Take analysis from data collection to conclusions to driving actions within the organization

Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage competing tasks

Strong verbal and written communication skills
2+ years of related experience, preferably in a manufacturing company in cost, finance or general ledger accounting.
Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

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At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Student loan and Tuition assistance, physical and mental wellness programs, Paid vacation and holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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Pay Type Salary

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Sparks, NV, USA