Job Description
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business Administration required
At least two years of experience in cost accounting required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Thorough understanding of accounting procedures
Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information
Responsibilities
The Cost Accountant will be responsible for advanced cost accounting analyses for Dairy, Agriculture, and Retail Business Units at Burnett Dairy Cooperative
This includes building the cost study, compare estimated costs to actual costs, and prepare a variety of related budget reports
Gains knowledge on all finished and raw materials utilized by Burnett Dairy and ensures they are established accordingly in the corresponding ERP system
Work with the Management team and Operations to review current Bill of Materials (BOM) and establish new BOM as receipts are developed
Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses
Coordinate cycle counts of inventory with operational teams and assist with year-end cycle counts(s)
Determines fixed costs such as salaries, rent, and insurance
Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs
Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies
Develop and work with management to establish inventory key metrics
Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports
Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins
Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance
Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions
Provides product sample costs for marketing and general accounting
Job description
Company Description
Burnett Dairy Cooperative is a farmer-owned cooperative based near Grantsburg, Wisconsin, and has been in operation since 18+6. Known for our award-winning cheeses, crafted by our Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker®, we serve retail, deli, foodservice, and private-label customers with inventive flavors and exceptional quality.
Position Purpose
This is a full-time on-site role for a Cost Accountant at Burnett Dairy Cooperative in Grantsburg, WI. The Cost Accountant will be responsible for advanced cost accounting analyses for Dairy, Agriculture, and Retail Business Units at Burnett Dairy Cooperative. This includes building the cost study, compare estimated costs to actual costs, and prepare a variety of related budget reports.
Primary Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
• Gains knowledge on all finished and raw materials utilized by Burnett Dairy and ensures they are established accordingly in the corresponding ERP system.
• Work with the Management team and Operations to review current Bill of Materials (BOM) and establish new BOM as receipts are developed.
• Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses.
• Coordinate cycle counts of inventory with operational teams and assist with year-end cycle counts(s).
• Determines fixed costs such as salaries, rent, and insurance.
• Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs.
• Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies.
• Develop and work with management to establish inventory key metrics.
• Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports.
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins.
• Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance.
• Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions.
• Provides product sample costs for marketing and general accounting.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business Administration required.
• At least two years of experience in cost accounting required.
• Certification in cost accounting or related field is a plus
Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Thorough understanding of accounting procedures.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business Administration required
At least two years of experience in cost accounting required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Thorough understanding of accounting procedures
Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information
Responsibilities
The Cost Accountant will be responsible for advanced cost accounting analyses for Dairy, Agriculture, and Retail Business Units at Burnett Dairy Cooperative
This includes building the cost study, compare estimated costs to actual costs, and prepare a variety of related budget reports
Gains knowledge on all finished and raw materials utilized by Burnett Dairy and ensures they are established accordingly in the corresponding ERP system
Work with the Management team and Operations to review current Bill of Materials (BOM) and establish new BOM as receipts are developed
Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses
Coordinate cycle counts of inventory with operational teams and assist with year-end cycle counts(s)
Determines fixed costs such as salaries, rent, and insurance
Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs
Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies
Develop and work with management to establish inventory key metrics
Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports
Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins
Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance
Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions
Provides product sample costs for marketing and general accounting
Job description
Company Description
Burnett Dairy Cooperative is a farmer-owned cooperative based near Grantsburg, Wisconsin, and has been in operation since 18+6. Known for our award-winning cheeses, crafted by our Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker®, we serve retail, deli, foodservice, and private-label customers with inventive flavors and exceptional quality.
Position Purpose
This is a full-time on-site role for a Cost Accountant at Burnett Dairy Cooperative in Grantsburg, WI. The Cost Accountant will be responsible for advanced cost accounting analyses for Dairy, Agriculture, and Retail Business Units at Burnett Dairy Cooperative. This includes building the cost study, compare estimated costs to actual costs, and prepare a variety of related budget reports.
Primary Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
• Gains knowledge on all finished and raw materials utilized by Burnett Dairy and ensures they are established accordingly in the corresponding ERP system.
• Work with the Management team and Operations to review current Bill of Materials (BOM) and establish new BOM as receipts are developed.
• Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses.
• Coordinate cycle counts of inventory with operational teams and assist with year-end cycle counts(s).
• Determines fixed costs such as salaries, rent, and insurance.
• Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs.
• Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies.
• Develop and work with management to establish inventory key metrics.
• Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports.
• Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins.
• Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance.
• Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions.
• Provides product sample costs for marketing and general accounting.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business Administration required.
• At least two years of experience in cost accounting required.
• Certification in cost accounting or related field is a plus
Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Thorough understanding of accounting procedures.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Cost Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Grantsburg offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.