Cost Accountant

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

 

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:

Entry-level Cost Accounting role with broad accounting exposure through cross-functional collaboration; may have minimal experience in costing. Performs entry-level tasks while building experience to support more complex assignments over time. Receives guidance and instruction from more senior professionals. Analyzes material, labor, or other expenses to determine production costs, cost of sales, or other cost-related performance measures. 

Job Description:

• Analyzes material, labor, or other expenses to determine production costs, cost of sales, or other cost-related performance measures.
• Captures and classifies cost data to determine the cost associated with products/product lines, projects, or departments.
• Compares actual costs to historical or projected costs and reports on variance.
• Provides cost-related data in support of business decisions or for use in financial reporting.
• May participate in or oversee regular inventory cycle counts.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance; attitude and experience considered
• 0-3 years of business experience
• Basic accounting knowledge required

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of Excel and experience working with ERP and/or MRP systems
• Superior work ethic, self-motivated and strong desire to learn and improve processes
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks on time with limited supervision
• Demonstrated ability to partner with and influence stakeholders in operational and nonoperational groups.
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple critical priorities with competing deadlines.
• Flexible working conditions.

Location and Travel:

• Must be local to Phillips or Sheboygan, WI
• If local to Sheboygan, travel will be up to 20%

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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. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

BW Papersystems