Cost Accountant

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Spartanburg, SC
64K-102K Annually
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Automotive • Computer Vision • Internet of Things • Machine Learning
Oshkosh Corp. designs, builds and manufactures some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment
The Role
The Cost Accountant drives results by preparing and communicating financial information, supports month-end closing, performs account reconciliation, communicates business insights, and engages in continuous improvement projects with a focus on internal controls and financial integrity.
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About Oshkosh Defense, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh Defense stands behind those who dedicate their lives to protecting others. As an industry-leading tactical vehicle manufacturer, every day we strive to meet or exceed our customers' ever-changing needs with next generation defense technologies and advanced systems. We operate with unparalleled commitment to those who depend on our products and services worldwide to perform their missions.

The Cost Accountant will drive results by accurately preparing, interpreting, and communicating financial information. As a member of our accounting/finance team you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our financial records while supporting the culture, procedures, and internal controls. There will be involvement with periodic analysis and reporting with special emphasis on month-end close.

YOUR IMPACT

  • These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
  • Partner with internal and external customers to lead and grow the business; assist in analyzing and preparing monthly results for management. Interact with other departments on business issues that impact financial projections.
  • Communicate and drive opportunities to deliver best value for internal customers; support and partner with management in planning, measuring and reporting on performance of business functions and opportunities to improve profitability and cost efficiency.
  • Responsible for monthly close process for assigned areas, including account reconciliation and review monthly financial reporting package in compliance with the Corporate Accounting Policies and Procedures (CAPP) manual.
  • Assist in the management and administration of business systems and procedures; perform testing and update Sarbanes-Oxley process documentation for changes affecting internal controls.
  • Develop customer-friendly systems, processes and metrics; perform assigned shared services tasks in accordance with standard work instructions. Monitor and track key operational benchmarks.
  • Champion the Oshkosh “People First” competencies to engage, develop, and connect team members.
  • Identify and support continuous improvement projects

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Two (2) or more years of relevant experience OR Finance/Accounting internship within Oshkosh Corporation.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with U.S. and international accounting regulations

WHY OSHKOSH

Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies™ by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years, everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k+ team members around the world who embody them.

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

Pay Range:

$63,500.00 - $101,700.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Top Skills

Excel
PowerPoint
Sharepoint
Word
The Company
Hagerstown, MD
15,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1917

What We Do

Oshkosh Corporation is an industrial technology company that builds some of the industry’s toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We serve our everyday heroes – soldiers, firefighters, people working at great height, environmental and refuse workers – through incredible technology. And with a portfolio of leading brands, we can uniquely take innovation from one brand and apply it across our portfolio.

Why Work With Us

We make equipment that moves the world forward. With ~15,000 team members united under our People First culture, a career at Oshkosh is an opportunity to do more than just impact industries -- it's an opportunity to make a difference in the world around you, protecting those who protect us.

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