Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world's manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that's you we would love to have you join us!
**Job Description**:
The Cost Accounting Team Leader manages the activities of the cost accounting function. Oversees the gathering of historical cost data, investigation of cost structures, pricing of new services or products, and preparation of budget versus actual expense reports. Ensures that costs are allocated according to established procedures. Designs and develops procedures and policies for the cost accounting systems. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
**Responsibilities**:
- Lead LAR Cost Accounting team on a day-to-day basis
- Monitor the financial integrity of manufacturing processes including Production Order Variance, Purchase Price Variance & Cycle Counts analysis.
- Work closely with the manufacturing floor to resolve issues and ensure controls are followed.
- Perform the month end close process for the Cost Accounting team related entries.
- Participate in the biennial global cost roll process and ensure its accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate and conduct in the physical inventory audits.
- Maintain tight compliance controls: ensure compliance with the requirements of the Corporate Finance Policies (SOX, external audit etc.) related to inventory
- Train the Cost Accounting team on cost roll and SAP transactional analytics
- Help motivate others in the team to achieve targets and performance standards.
**Requirements**:
- Advanced English level.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Administration or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience in Cost Accounting.
- SAP expertise.
- Microsoft Excel expertise.
- People management desirable.
