Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Cost Accounting Intern in Culloden, WV. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!
Position Summary:
As a Cost Accounting Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Cost Accounting team’s efforts to ensure accurate and timely financial data related to item costing, inventory, and reporting. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and gain valuable insights into cost accounting practices, variance analysis, and other related processes.
Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:
Labor and Burden Rate Analysis: Assist in analyzing labor and overhead rates
Inventory Assistance: Help with weekly, month-end and year-end inventories.
Report Preparation: Prepare basic reports on machine utilization, efficiency, production volumes, key performance indicators, and ad hoc reporting.
Budget Documentation: Assist in preparing documentation for capital project budgets including payback and internal rate of return.
Cost Accuracy Review: Support the review and analysis of actual costs, by helping to identify inaccuracies and ensuring data accuracy.
Process Improvement Support: Aid in identifying and recommending process improvements to enhance the accuracy of cost accounting.
Profit Margin Analysis: Contribute to analyzing and reporting actual profit margins
Closing Support: Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, helping with documentation and data entry.
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor as necessary.
Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferably Junior or Senior)
- Strong interest in cost accounting and financial analysis
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and willingness to learn
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Ability to manage confidential information
Reports To:
- Financial Planning & Analyst, Manager
Skills Required
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Preferably a junior or senior in the bachelor's degree program
- Strong interest in cost accounting and financial analysis
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Willingness to learn
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Ability to manage confidential information
What We Do
Service Wire Company is a multi-generation, family-owned manufacturer of high-quality wire and cable products. Established in 1968, the company provides engineered solutions for industrial, commercial, utility, and pump applications. They are committed to producing American-made products and maintaining industry-leading service levels through a nationwide network of distributors and advanced distribution capabilities, ensuring they meet the complex needs of their customers across North America and globally.
