Senior Cost Accountant (relocation available)

About the CompanyOur client is a leading manufacturer of premium aluminum trailers, producing thousands annually in its Iowa facilities. With over 310,000 square feet of operations and a workforce of more than 400 employees, they deliver high-quality trailers through a network of over 100 dealers across the United States and Canada. Their product lines include equine, livestock, recreational, cargo, and car trailers. They also specialize in crafting customized specialty trailers for business applications such as mobile medical units, command centers, and event marketing. They are known as the Official Trailer of NASCAR, recognized for its expertise in race car transporters.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time, on-site role at their Cresco, IA location (a relocation sign-on bonus available if you need to move closer to Cresco). You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, managing cost accounting processes, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial data. Responsibilities include performing journal entries, developing and monitoring budgets, analyzing cost data to support financial decision-making, and providing recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements. Strong focus on navigating custom code in the system and identifying process improvements and opportunities for automation. Currently 50% of the custom reports are pulled manually and the goal is for you to automate these processes – addressing the heavy reliance on manual processes and non-automated reporting. There will be heavy utilization and optimization of Epicor as the ERP since current updates to the system can’t be used because of the over-reliance on manual processes.Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications Proficient in Cost Accounting with the ability to analyze and manage cost structuresStrong experience is True Cost Accounting in manufacturingExperience with one or more ERPs for manufacturing, with Epicor strongly preferred, though others are acceptable.Experience navigating systemsExperience in automating processesExperienced in preparing and interpreting Financial StatementsStrong Analytical Skills to identify trends and develop actionable financial insightsKnowledge and experience in Journal Entries and general accounting practicesSolid understanding of Finance to support decision-making and budgetingExceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlinesBachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field