Senior Cost Accountant

Are you an accounting professional looking for an exciting opportunity to grow and develop professionally? Emerson has the perfect opportunity for you!  We are looking to hire a Senior Cost Accountant to be based in our Aiken, South Carolina location. Come join a great team in Operations and work together to achieve optimal performance by providing accounting, reporting and analysis to support company objectives and improvements for inventory management, product cost/ profitability, manufacturing productivity and overall process efficiency across our site.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Maintain the company's cost systems for all domestic locations
• Roll and verify standard / current costs for all products
• Review Bill of Material (BOM) and coordinate with plants and departments
• Review and analyze absorption (Material, Labor, Overhead) P&L impact
• Compile Productivity and Efficiency reports for operations and management
• Prepare and analyze, as necessary, excess & obsolete inventory and assures appropriate handling
• Perform Month End closing processes and journal entries
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts including inventory monthly, quarterly, or annually as required
• Coordinate and oversee physical inventories, including reconciliation and recording
• Complete and analyze Gross Profit and Product mix reports for management
• Maintain the company's transfer pricing files and complete transfer pricing study documents
• Complete various inventory reports on monthly basis and other reports as required
• Review departmental budget and spend
• Assist in the company’s various Product Line moves and projects
• Oversee Cost Accountants role

Who You Are:

Uses knowledge of business drivers and how strategies and tactics play out in the market to guide actions.  Knows how businesses work and how organizations make money.  Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators. 

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance or related field
• 3+ years’ of experience
• Demonstrated experience in computerized accounting systems and knowledge of relevant computer technology
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams
• Domestic and international travel, 5%
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Knowledge

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

•  Hyperion, Smartview, Crystal, BAAN and Oracle experience a plus

  
  

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe inclusive teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Work Authorization:

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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