Cost Accountant - Lafayette, United States - Ludo Fact USA

Description

Ludo Fact USA is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in the production of high-quality board games, jigsaw puzzles and packaging solutions.

With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we cater to clients across the gaming industry, ensuring the seamless production of engaging and entertaining products.

The Cost Accountant will play a vital role in analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on the company's cost structures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Cost Accountant will be responsible for various standard tasks related to cost accounting, as well as additional duties such as price estimation, post-calculation for finished projects, and serving as a backup for general accounting tasks.

The Cost Accountant will collaborate closely with other members of the finance team, as well as cross-functional departments within the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Monitor production costs and variances, identifying areas for improvement and costsaving opportunities.
• Prepare and maintain standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead.
• Implement absorption calculation for monthly reporting, ensuring accurate allocation of overhead costs to products or departments.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cost accounting policies and procedures.
• Generate cost reports for management review.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to gather data and insights on costrelated matters.
• Perform postcalculation analysis for finished projects to evaluate actual costs versus estimated costs, providing insights for future planning.
• Serve as a backup for general accounting tasks, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and monthend closing activities.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in cost accounting, recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
• Cost accounting: 1 year (preferred)
• ERP systems: 1 year (preferred)

• Lafayette, IN required)

• Lafayette, IN 47905: Relocate before starting work (preferred)