Winchester Cost Accountant
East Alton, IL 
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Posted 11 days ago
Job Description

Olin Winchester, LLC ("Winchester"), considered one of the world's leading ammunition manufacturers,is seeking a CostAccountant. This position will be located at the East Alton, IL facility.

With a reputation steeped in tradition, we have earned the moniker, 'The American Legend' by delivering on our commitment to excellence in everything we do - including staffing our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with diverse, energetic employees. Read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity and join our quest for the best.

Cost Accountant Essential Functions*:

  • Preparation of necessary inventory analysis that supports the following:
    • balance trending and forecasting,
    • proper reserves for slow moving and obsolete inventory,
    • consigned and outsourced balances along with associated accounting requirements,
    • monthly inventory capitalization calculations,
    • corporate reporting requests,
    • compliance with SOX requirements related to cycle count and physical inventory procedures
  • Preparation of necessary analysis that supports the Supply Chain team's management of:
    • subcontracting variances,
    • purchase price variances,
    • raw material values,
    • proper accounting adjustments (as required)
  • Support Manufacturing teams with development and understanding of:
    • spending and absorption of actual performance,
    • spending and absorption budget and estimate development,
    • proper month-end accrual accounting complying with Olin's financial policies
  • Offer suggestions for specific actions in all these areas that improve financial performance.
  • The position will be a hands-on partner with Winchester's Supply Chain team, ensuring data accuracy and an in-depth understanding of the performance drivers.
  • Develop and maintain additional financial reporting and analysis as needed.

Cost Accountant Position Requirements*:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree** in Accounting or Finance.
  • Minimum five years of recent related experience.
  • Knowledge of SAP systems or other ERP systems;SAP Business Objects or Power BI preferred.
  • Ability to use statistical methods in analyzing large data sets to determine the primary influences and improve forecast accuracy.
  • Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage high-volume workload, and willingness to be collaborative and support team efforts.
  • Must possess excellent analytical, communication (verbal and written), leadership, organizational, presentation, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information.
  • This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

What's in it for you?

Many ofour employeeshave been with us for decades.We constantly strive, however, to bring new people with new points of view into the company.Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals.

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more:

  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective Day 1
  • Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
  • 401(k) with an employer match andOlin retirement contribution account
  • Accelerated vacation accrual
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off Program
  • Short term incentive program participation
  • Robust rewards and recognition programs
  • Pay for Performance Methodology to reward exceptional performance
  • Alternate work schedules (location/role specific)
  • Diverse Employee Network

Why Winchester?

Winchester is one of three proud business units of Olin Corporation. Olin began in 1892 and has steadily grown to become an industry leader in both ammunition and chemicals manufacturing. Winchester, OlinChlorAlkali Products &Vinylsand Olin Epoxy employ approximately 8,000 professionals in more than 20 countries with customers in nearly 100 countries around the globe.

Currently, White Flyer Targets operates five state manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. White Flyer Targets is the leader in serving gun clubs and shooters.

*This list is not intended to be all-inclusive.

**Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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