Cost Accounting Manager

Job Description:

Introduction:

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Summary:

The Cost Accounting Manager will be responsible for the overall cost accounting duties for their specific location including monthly financial close and associated reporting, staff & production meetings, weekly estimates, and other general cost accounting duties.

Essential Duties:

• Participate in safety and housekeeping programs as required.
• Perform the monthly financial close and associated reporting. Provide analytical insight to operations and management.
• Participate in staff/production meetings as required.
• Prepare weekly and monthly estimates of MUV and OH variances for Assistant Controller and Plant Manager - metrics format, review both with plants.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support the Assistant Controller in consistency objectives across plant locations.
• Document and implement accounting policies, processes, and procedures.
• Overall support of the Assistant Controller.
• Ensure cycle counts are participated in by the Plant Accountant. If a plant with no Plant Accountant you should participate in one FG and one RM cycle count per quarter.
• Lead and develop plant accounting personnel. Actively participate in succession planning and backup.
• Engage plant operations to identify areas for cost improvement. Work with the plant to solve issues. Communicate these areas to the Assistant Controller.
• Assist in the planning process receiving guidance from the Assistant Controller.
• Assist and implement policies and procedures as prescribed through Operations Accounting.
• Ensure optimal use of payroll, accounts payable systems, production, pcard systems, and receipt entry.
• Audit controls as prescribed by the Assistant Controller - fixed asset counts, property tax returns, COI's. etc.

Under This Roof, We Require

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP;
• Minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing/cost accounting experience in a management role; and
• Designation of CPA, CMA preferred

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• An innovative approach to process, systems, and leadership
• Customer-focused
• Compliance focused
• Proficiency in Cost Accounting
• Manufacturing experience
• Strong leadership and development skills
• Critical thinking/analytical skills

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range: 121,500-155,250

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).