Cost Accountant

EP² provides complete power management systems for commercial and utility industries for power generation, transmission, and distribution. Through a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we empower our employees to grow their careers, solve complex challenges, and make an impact on the industries and communities we serve.

Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of power infrastructure.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Cost Accountant located in Des Moines, Iowa.

 As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for analyzing manufacturing costs, inventory transactions, and financial performance to support operational and business objectives. You will partner with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance, to monitor product costing, perform variance analysis, support inventory controls, and identify opportunities to improve profitability and cost efficiency. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide timely financial insights that drive informed business decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What a typical day looks like

• Perform periodic review of Profit and Loss (P&L) account to ensure that all the postings are done as per the defined Policy, Process and Procedures.
• Compare the Actual with Forecast / Quote and ensure that the variances are properly. researched and required adjustment postings are done in the books. 
• Collect the business reasons for the remaining variances and report appropriately.
• Reconcile all the scoped Balance sheet accounts with sub ledger/manual schedule to identify the variance, if any and ensure that those variances are properly dealt in the books of accounts.
• Review the accounts on periodic basis to identify any potential risk and ensure that the same is mitigated properly.
• Ensure that all the book close related /reporting activities are properly planned and executed on timely basis with utmost accuracy.
• Work with relevant teams to prepare the Forecast / Budget for the related accounts.
• Work along with Operations team to improve the business / operational metrics.
• Be familiar with relevant Accounting, regulatory and reporting requirements in the Controllers Handbook and RCTS.
  

The experience we are looking forward to add to our team:

• Typically requires a B. Com / B.C.S / M. Com / MBA / BBA / BBM, or other Commerce, Accounting, or Finance-related degree.

• Typically requires 5-6 years of related experience.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and manufacturing cost controls.

• Experience analyzing production costs, material and labor variances, inventory transactions, and supporting financial decision-making in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• A professional certification is preferred, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), APICS certification, Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified General Accountant (CGA).

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Is Sponsorship Available?

EP² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at EP², you must complete the application process first).