Cost Accountant I

About the position What starts with YOU, moves the world! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Cost Accountant I based at our Berea, Kentucky Plant. Position Primary Purpose The primary functions of this position are the ongoing integrity of the monthly inventory, cost of sales, and standard cost for the Berea plant. Other responsibilities include product cost analysis, manufacturing variance analysis, preparation of various analyses for management decision making and serving on cross-functional project teams relating to cost and inventory. Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com. Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., is a global leader dedicated to advancing the materials handling industry. We design, engineer, manufacture, sell and service a comprehensive line of lift trucks, attachments and power and technology solutions, marketed primarily under the Hyster® and Yale® brand names. As one of the largest lift truck manufacturers, Hyster-Yale is not only committed to transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home, but also delivering optimal solutions that meet our customers’ needs while ensuring outstanding customer care. Our achievements are driven by our people, our strong culture and commitment to our values, which are founded on a philosophy of integrity, respect and excellence. At Hyster-Yale, you can feel the loyalty from the inside out. Responsibilities • Participate in project teams as required. • Participate in the annual physical inventory. • Conduct regular audits of finished goods inventory. • Perform analysis and reconciliation of Cost of Sales. • Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy and provide timely data to management. • Develop and ensure product costs for new product development. • Develop an accurate cost guide for products produced. • Maintain accuracy of databases and cost data contained within. • Work overtime at month-end and for special projects, as required. • Handle sensitive and/or confidential information with discretion. Requirements • Committed to getting the job done accurately and meeting deadlines. • Able to work with speed and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. • Strong communicator with the ability to interface effectively across all levels of the organization. • Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and accountability. • Analytical and methodical in approach to cost and inventory data. • Batchelor’s degree in Accounting. • Demonstrates strong computer literacy and advanced spreadsheet skills. • Three–five years of experience in a manufacturing environment. • Strong analytical skills. • Technical background in inventory and cost accounting methodologies. • Ability to review, analyze, and explain manufacturing variances. • Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Benefits • competitive pay • tuition reimbursement • supportive work environment • hybrid work option • opportunities for growth and development • paid time off • medical, dental, vision, and life insurance • employer-sponsored profit sharing • 401(k) Apply tot his job Apply To this Job