Novo Distribution Hiring for Cost Accountant Job at Zeeland, MI Full Time

Novo Building Products is the industry leading manufacturer and distributor of mouldings, stair parts, doors, and specialty building products. We are proud to serve building material dealers (lumberyards), door shops, retail home centers, and millwork manufacturing partners throughout the United States.
Just as our products are used to build something new and inspire others to make living spaces more beautiful, we endeavor to positively impact the people and communities we touch every day.
Novo Building Products is poised for further growth with 7 locations across the United States. We have a dynamic culture with our team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, grow and get rewarded accordingly.
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to work remotely for our Corporate office!

What are we looking for in a Cost Accountant?

• Construct data accumulation systems for cost activity (material, inventory, labor)
• Assist with quoting/estimating of new/non-recurring items
• Maintain quoting/estimating databases
• Maintain cost accounting system
• Maintain standard costs & AUC for purchased sub-contract, & manufactured (bill of material and routing) SKU’s
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Sales regarding cost changes from vendors or labor rates.
• Audit standard and average unit costs for inaccuracies and potential corrections to standard
• Prepare estimates of new and proposed product cost changes
• Time tracking analysis by product line, location, & work center, etc. as needed
• Month end Inventory reconciliations (Stock, Non-Stock, WIP, Addons, & Tariff)
• Report on variances and their causes
• Absorption budget variance analysis
• Assist with suggesting changes to policies/procedures
• Analyze costs of raw material and create cost-benefit analyses for changing vendors
• Answer questions regarding product cost
• Inventory reserve calculation/review for Manufacturing entities
• Work to identify and report obsolete inventory to Management
• Potential physical inventory

What would make a successful Cost Accountant?

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Knowledge of Max, MITS, and CSD a plus.
• Ability to problem solve
• Accounting principles knowledge
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate internally and externally
• Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly.
• Leadership skills

Above and Beyond Qualifications

• 5 or more years of Accounting experience

Travel Requirements

• Occasional local and overnight travel as the position requires

We offer competitive wages, shift premium, and benefits. Benefits include: a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k program with employer match!

If you love to serve the customer and are passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!

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Job Type: Full-time