Senior Cost Accountant

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

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Work Type: HybridThis is a Hybrid role based out of our Loveland, CO location.The Target Pay Range for this position is $84,000 - 110,000 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget.Job Purpose/OverviewWorking under minimal supervision, this position maintains and controls the General Ledger accounts and transactions of the organization, applying generally accepted accounting principles that include analytical work and thorough review of financial accounting.Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain cost accounting systems, ensuring accurate cost data for products, services, and operations.
• Prepare detailed cost reports, including labor, materials, overhead, and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate tracking of standard costs, actual costs, and inventory valuations.
• Assist with cost forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning.
• Ensure proper valuation and accurate reporting of inventory, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Perform periodic inventory audits and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Analyze inventory turnover and product profitability.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, focusing on cost-related information.
• Support period-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP) and internal controls.
• Prepare journal entries and perform general account analysis and reconciliation
• Identify and analyze reconciling items between the general ledger and supporting details, and account for them accordingly.
• Analyze reports detailing expenses by function and assist in controlling costs and generating profitability.
• Supports other functional areas by providing requested data, answering accounting questions, participating in cross functional teams and providing training as appropriate.
• Seeks process improvements and problem resolution in all aspects of the job function.
• Special projects as needed, including ERP implementation/testing
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• 4+ years’ related experience in a manufacturing environment
• In-depth understanding of US GAAP
• CPA or CMA, or candidate preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel (i.e. pivots, VLOOKUP’s), Outlook and PowerPoint

Working ConditionsThe associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding. The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to hear and speak in order to use the telephone, make presentations and communicate with people in an office or virtual environment. The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment or a remote home office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, database management, email, video conferencing and the Internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams. Environment where pets are present

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

• All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.