We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative Cost Accountant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, understanding cost drivers, and transforming financial data into meaningful insights that support strategic business decisions.
Reporting to the Cost Accounting Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting month-end and quarter-end close activities for the reporting unit while partnering with cross-functional teams across the organization. This is a hybrid position and requires regular onsite presence.
Responsibilities / What You'll Do
- Actively participate in assigned accounting activities and month-end close processes in accordance with US GAAP.
- Perform assigned accounting tasks and provide ad hoc analyses, reports, and support as needed.
- Prepare month-end journal entries, general ledger account analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations using BlackLine.
- Partner with Operations and other departments to support:
o Inventory cycle count reporting
o Year-end fixed asset verification
o Work-in-progress (WIP) audits
o Sheet-to-floor inventory verification activities
- Assist in identifying and resolving issues that could impact the timely completion of month-end close activities, escalating concerns promptly to the Cost Accounting Supervisor.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, strengthen financial controls, and enhance accounting processes.
- Maintain compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures within assigned areas of responsibility.
- Ensure adherence to all SOX compliance requirements and internal controls.
- Complete quarterly reporting requirements, including Site Analytics and other assigned reporting activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant accounting experience.
Preferred Experience & Skills
- Experience in cost accounting, manufacturing accounting, or a related accounting function.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience working with ERP and accounting systems; SAP experience is an asset.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with a hands-on approach and a willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in a relevant field
- At least 3 years of relevant work experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
- Confident use of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
- Basic knowledge and experience using ERP systems
- SAP knowledge
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility and ability to drive process improvements
Flowserve Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are described as strengthened with an enhanced 401(k) match, added employer contributions, and a shorter vesting schedule following recent plan changes. Feedback suggests this compares well with large‑company norms and is a notable part of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options is described as solid, complemented by life/disability insurance and an EAP. Feedback suggests overall health benefits are comprehensive for a large industrial employer.
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What We Do
Flowserve is one of the world's largest manufacturers of pumps, valves and seals with over 19,000 employees in over 60 countries. Built on more than 50 world-renowned heritage brands, the equity and customer loyalty we have earned over the past 220 years is the foundation of our leadership position across the globe.
