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Cost Accountant

James Hardie

The Role

Overview

Analyze plant production costs, inventory, budgeting and support month‑end close.

Key Responsibilities

  • data analysis
  • cost trending
  • budget tracking
  • month-end close
  • forecasting
  • sap implementation

Tasks

-Dive into production data and help explain cost trends -Contribute to budgeting and help track labor and cost metrics -Support month-end close and help forecast performance -Collaborate with teams to improve processes and implement SAP

Requirements

  • 2 yrs
  • manufacturing
  • cost accounting
  • bs accounting
  • erp
  • sap

What You Bring

-2 years experience in an accounting or finance role. -Manufacturing experience preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting methods, including standard costing preferred -Learn how to reconcile inventory and financial variances -BS Accounting or Finance or 4 years experience in an accounting or finance role in lieu of degree required -Demonstrated experience with ERP systems software (SAP preferred)

Benefits

-Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays -Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs -Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match -Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance -Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP) -Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility

The Company

About James Hardie

-Its products are central to modern construction, offering durability, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal. -It specializes in exterior building materials and serves residential, commercial, and industrial markets. -The company is known for its innovative approach to manufacturing and product development. -Its materials are used in iconic projects, from large commercial developments to custom residential homes. -Its strong financial performance highlights leadership in the building materials sector. -It has revolutionized the industry's approach to sustainable construction.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Buildings