Job Description
Are you an accounting professional looking for an exciting opportunity to grow
and develop professionally? Emerson has the perfect opportunity for you! We are
looking to hire a Senior Cost Accountant to be based in Aiken, South Carolina.
Come join a great team in Operations and work together to achieve optimal
performance by providing accounting, reporting and analysis to support company
objectives and improvements for inventory management, product cost/
profitability, manufacturing productivity and overall process efficiency across
our site.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Maintain the company's cost systems for all domestic locations
- Roll and verify standard / current costs for all products
- Review Bill of Material (BOM) and coordinate with plants and departments
- Review and analyze absorption (Material, Labor, Overhead) P&L impact
- Compile Productivity and Efficiency reports for operations and management
- Prepare and analyze, as necessary, excess & obsolete inventory and assures
appropriate handling
- Perform Month End closing processes and journal entries
- Reconcile various general ledger accounts including inventory monthly,
quarterly, or annually as required
* Coordinate and oversee physical inventories, including reconciliation and
recording
- Complete and analyze Gross Profit and Product mix reports for management
- Maintain the company's transfer pricing files and complete transfer pricing
study documents
* Complete various inventory reports on monthly basis and other reports as
required
- Review departmental budget and spend
- Assist in the company’s various Product Line moves and projects
- Oversee Cost Accountants role
Who You Are:
Uses knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in
the market to guide actions. Knows how businesses work and how organizations
make money. Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving
problems. Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance or related field
- 3+ years’ of experience
- Demonstrated experience in computerized accounting systems and knowledge of
relevant computer technology
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in teams
- Domestic and international travel, 5%
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel Knowledge
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the
future.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
* Hyperion, Smartview, Crystal, BAAN and Oracle experience a plus
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected,
and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation,
collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come
from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an
inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through
mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so
you can make a lasting impact. We believe inclusive teams working together are
key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing
flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical,
mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance
plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k),
tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our
culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal
and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our
success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to
drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation
and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide
competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career
journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when
Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our
employees share in the company’s success. The salary range for this role is
$73,600-105,200 annually, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities,
and experience each candidate brings to a role
Work Authorization:
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United
States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or
CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization
now or in the future, are not eligible.
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WHY EMERSON [
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our
diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the
world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join
us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive
knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the
world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the
planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your
skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud
corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our
people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility
seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything
we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek
opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to
break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United
States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT)
, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now
or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex,
race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political
affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information,
disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a
workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this
website to apply for a position, please
contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com
[idisability.administrator@emerson.com].
ABOUT EMERSON [
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our
deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers
in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables,
chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while
improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology,
we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve
their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges
with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of
countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for
a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent
graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference
with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
Job Tags
Full time, Flexible hours