Accountant

ALTANA AG

St Louis, United States
On-site
Cost accounting function management
Inventory valuation and controls
Financial analysis and reporting
The Accountant is responsible for managing the organization’s cost accounting function and providing accurate, timely financial cost information to support management decision‑making

Job Summary

  • The Accountant is responsible for managing the organization’s cost accounting function and providing accurate, timely financial cost information to support management decision‑making.
  • This role performs detailed cost analysis, evaluates costs, identifies operational risks and improvement opportunities, and supports inventory valuation and controls.
  • The position also serves as backup support for Accounts Payable and Assistant Controller responsibilities.

Matching Summary

The Accountant is responsible for managing the organization’s cost accounting function and providing accurate, timely financial cost information to support management decision‑making.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cost accounting function management
  • Inventory valuation and controls
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • SAP system experience
  • Advanced Excel skills

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive mindset
  • Collaboration across levels
  • Adaptability to change

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Minimum of two years of general accounting experience
  • Cost accounting and/or manufacturing experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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