Plant Cost Accountant, Req - 16041

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

Plant Cost Accountant - Salary, Non-Exempt $75,000-$96,000

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for performing production entry/reconciliation activities; analyzing manufacturing variances; assisting with inventory and inventory control; compiling statistical/analytical reports for Basalite’s Management Team; supervising the Production Office’s ‘Purchasing/Receiving Coordinator’; and supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises Production Office’s ‘Production Assistant’

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manages production order activities, including raw material consumption and product to stock postings.
• Analyzes actual-to-standard variances and reports differences to management along with recommendations for standard and/or cost saving process changes.
• Understands product costing concepts and processes, including creating and maintaining bills of material and routings.
• Prepares and uploads changes associated with yearly standard revisions.
• Compiles statistical/analytical reports for management.
• Responsible for month-end close activities, including but not limited to:
  • Production order activity reconciliation
  • Utility accruals
  • Temporary labor accruals
  • Communication of plant expenses and open purchase orders
  • Preparation of ‘Maintenance and Molds Spending’ analyses and spreadsheets used to establish accruals.
• Participates in the generation of location’s operations report, focusing on production-related departments and their manufacturing variances.
• Supervises Production Office’s ‘Purchasing/Receiving Coordinator’, providing back-up as required.
• Works with location’s HR Coordinator on recruiting, talent selection, hiring, and training of staff for area of responsibility.
• Acts as payroll backup – completes daily audit reports and makes necessary corrections in the payroll system and collects any necessary payroll forms.
• Coaches, trains, instructs, and offers guidance to all subordinates.
• Performs annual reviews for direct reports and engages in employee development and discipline as applicable.
• Responsible for reviewing time and attendance for all direct reports via Daily Audit Report.
• Performs weekly and monthly internal control audits to ensure that purchase order processing and invoice payments are compliant with protocol and policy.
• Reviews cost center and internal order reports on a weekly basis for accuracy.
• Oversees quarterly GR/IR review and communicates ‘required action’ to subsidiary staff.
• Coordinates and assists with monthly inventory cycle counts; participates in biannual ‘full-yard’ inventory.
• Assists local management, operational staff, and Subsidiary Finance department as needed.
• Assists with off-site location audits. May involve driving a personal vehicle.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the company or its designated representative.
• Regular and Predictable attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Appropriate four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration and/or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of financial accounting principles and concepts to perform tasks listed under essential duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to work in a team environment to enable effective interaction and the ability to motivate team members including peers.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines and to manage multiple tasks to completion at the same time.
• Working skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Microsoft Access and automated accounting systems (SAP experience preferred).
• Good organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, 10-key adding machine, and other various standard office machines and equipment necessary to complete duties.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Regular and Predictable attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen; stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
• Up to 15% travel time required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Occasional Plant environment with exposure to elements such as ambient heat and moderate noise.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug-free workplace.