Cost Accounting Analyst

Department: Accounting/Finance

Cost Accounting Analyst

At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior and teamwork.  We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years.  We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurances, along with 401(k),  paid vacation, a paid charitable day off to share your talents with the non-profit of your choice, “summer hours” which is a great opportunity for long weekends all summer long, a quarterly subsidy to help cover the costs associated with staying fit, standing desks, the ability to purchase our products at a discounted cost, employee recognition, team building activities, a casual dress code, and flexible hours just to name a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company. 

We are seeking qualified candidates for a Cost Accounting Analyst opportunity at our Corporate Headquarters in Glen Allen, Virginia.  The Cost Accounting Analyst assists the Manager of Operational Accounting with all aspects of inventory accounting on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.  Responsibilities include variance analysis, perpetual inventory reconciliation and determination of monthly inventory reserves.  The focus of this role throughout the year is to prepare and deliver key inventory reserves such as Excess and Obsolete, Lower Cost or Market reserves, capitalized variances and shrinkage reserves.

Responsibilities of the position include: 

• Primarily responsible for inventory costs and executing month-end closing procedures associated with the company’s cost accounting system; prepare and manage updates to the standard costs system.
• Update standard costs and forecast impacts on income statement as needed.
• Deliver requirements for both internal and external audits, as requested, including SOX compliance deliverables.
• Reconcile the perpetual to general ledger of inventory. This includes variance analysis, calculation and understanding of key drivers of PPV, and inventory adjustments. 

Requirements of the position include:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 0-5 years Cost Accounting experience
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite; must be highly proficient at using Excel
• Experienced self directed critical thinker and problem-solver
• Knowledge/exposure to an ERP System and cost accounting/inventory management a plus
• CPA preferred

The ideal candidate is someone who demonstrates excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.  They are comfortable working with large volumes of data, can work independently, and can manage high-stress situations professionally.

Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment.  We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products.  Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.  We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.  Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.  To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.

If you are interested and qualified for this role, please apply HERE