Plant Cost Accountant

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At SAF-HOLLAND, numbers tell a story, and we're looking for a Plant Cost Accountant who can transform data into business decisions. If you thrive in a manufacturing environment, enjoy analyzing costs, uncovering opportunities for improvement, and partnering with operations leaders to drive performance, this is your opportunity.

You'll be a key financial partner supporting plant operations through cost analysis, inventory management, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. Your work will directly influence profitability, efficiency, and operational success.

Why Join SAF-HOLLAND?

At SAF-HOLLAND, we build more than industry-leading products. We build careers grounded in our core values:

? Safety

? Respect

? Reliability

? Innovation

? Responsibility

Join a team that believes in continuous improvement, collaboration, and empowering employees to make a difference every day.

What You'll Do

?? Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis

Develop monthly and annual forecasts for plant spending, inventory, and absorption.

Analyze manufacturing variances and purchase price variances (PPV).

Calculate overhead rates, labor efficiencies, and productivity metrics.

Support month-end close activities and financial reporting.

Monitor and report cost-reduction initiatives.

Provide financial insights to support operational decision-making.

?? Inventory & Manufacturing Controls

Review and maintain accurate material and labor standards.

Lead cost roll processes and cost development activities in SAP.

Monitor inventory obsolescence and related reserves.

Support cycle count programs and inventory accuracy initiatives.

Manage inventory-related accruals, revaluations, and shrinkage reporting.

?? Strategic & Capital Analysis

Evaluate capital investment requests and business cases.

Support make-versus-buy decisions through financial analysis.

Conduct periodic capital expenditure reviews and audits.

?? Internal Controls & Process Improvement

Help maintain strong internal controls and safeguard company assets.

Drive process improvements and system enhancements.

Collaborate across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

Required Qualifications

? Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field

? 2+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

? Experience working with ERP systems

? Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred Qualifications

? Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

? SAP experience

? Strong manufacturing cost accounting background

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

Financial and operational analysis

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Cost accounting expertise

Attention to detail

Process improvement mindset

Strong communication and presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

What Success Looks Like

You are a trusted business partner who:

Turns complex data into actionable insights.

Supports operational excellence through financial discipline.

Identifies opportunities to improve profitability.

Builds strong relationships across the plant.

Helps leaders make informed business decisions.

Ready to Grow Your Career?

If you're looking for a role where your analytical expertise can directly impact business performance, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help drive the future of manufacturing finance at SAF-HOLLAND.

EOE / Protected Veterans / Disability

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