- Junior
- Escritório em Houston
The Cost Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the cost accounting function by gathering, analyzing, and maintaining product cost and pricing data. This role assists in the preparation of reports, inventory valuations, and variance analyses to help ensure accurate financial reporting and support business decision-making.
Duties & Responsibilities:
· Collect and input cost data related to materials, labor, and overhead into accounting systems.
· Maintain and reconcile inventory records and standard cost data.
· Maintain material master data.
· Prepare routine cost reports and assist in the analysis of cost variances.
· Support month-end and year-end closing processes related to cost accounting.
· Coordinate with purchasing, production, and inventory control teams to validate cost information.
· Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to validate pricing information.
· Maintain organized records and documentation.
· Assist in preparing data for budgeting and forecasting activities.
· Perform data entry and clerical duties as required by the accounting team.
· Perform inter-departmental duties as required.
Education & Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
· 1–2 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing or cost accounting environment, or commensurate inventory management experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
· Basic knowledge of inventory management.
Skills & Abilities:
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy
· Good organizational and time management skills
· Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
Salary:
· Commensurate with experience