Cost Accountant 1
Leesburg, VA
EIT (Electronic Instrumentation & Technology) is looking for a Cost Accountant to join our team in our Leesburg, VA location! EIT is a Contract Manufacturer specializing in Electronic Manufacturing Services and serves customers in the sectors of Industry, Communications, Aerospace, Defense and Healthcare.
Job Description:
The position of Cost Accountant is responsible for establishing EIT's product and service costs according to corporate procedures and following financial compliances.
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Inputs and maintains the cost accounting system
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Oversees the cost control systems
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Manages and interprets cost standards
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Prepares cost accounting reports for presentation to top management
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Gathers historical cost data (materials, labor, depreciation, operating expenses, etc.) to compare budgets with actual expenses
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Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met, adhering to approved budgets
Qualifications and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
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1 -3 years of related experience
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Working knowledge of accounting in the manufacturing industry, required
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Experience in general ledger and variance analysis, required
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Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to work with others from different functional areas of the company and auditors
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Strong attention to detail
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Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
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Ability to plan and manage multiple projects
Working Conditions:
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Normal office environment
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9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off
Benefits:
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Excellent Health Benefits, including dental and vision
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PTO – 15 days/annual
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Paid Holidays – 8 days/annual
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401k with match
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Tuition Reimbursement