Cost Accountant

Organizational Background Columbia Grain International (CGI) is an established leading full-service company specializing in Trading and Commercial Supply of grain and pulse commodities wordwide. We are headquartered in Portland, Oregon and own/operate over 60 elevators and offices throughout WA, ID, MT, NE, and ND to support our domestic and export sales program. We are amid-size company with just over 450 employees overall. The employees at CGI, at all levels of our organization, represent some of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the industry. We are proud of our ability to attract and maintain talented, efficient, long term, community minded employees who can develop lasting relationships with producers and customers both domestic and around the world. Enrich Foods, LLC was established under CGI in June 2023 as a company focused on retail and consumer product segments. Enrich Foods, LLC completed its first acquisition by purchasing Great River Milling in Fountain City, Wisconsin, assuming its milling operation and a new, state-of-the-art packaging and distribution facility. This new venture provides CGI the foundation to expand into the CPG category. Enrich Foods will function as a separate operating unit but will share critical management resources through a services agreement with CGI. Our Cost Accountant will work on-site at the Great River Milling facility and report to the C.O.O. of Enrich Foods while working in close collaboration with the CGI Corporate Finance group. Position Description With a keen understanding of basic manufacturing processes and appropriate accounting principles the Cost Accountant will be responsible for performing cost analyses, develop planning tools, and preparing budget reports with the Enrich Foods operation to ensure cost-effective solutions for our company. The Cost Accountant will work with collaboratively with all departments to achieve operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiencies, and work with members of the local business unit to guide and advise as needed. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Collect/analyze operational data and review variances to costing standards and Plant spending Develop and manage an effective and accurate Finished Product pricing model Month-end inventory valuation accuracy; perform month-end inventory reconciliations and various journal entries as needed Analyze/report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Product Costing & Operations Analyze Production/Sales and report vs Budget Accurately prepare various internal and external reports Support and cross train with other accounting functions for organizational knowledge and back-up Comply with all Company rules, regulations, and policies Other duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge, Education and Experience Associate degree in business, accounting, or finance. Minimum of 2-4 years of Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience strongly preferred Must be proficient in all MS Office programs, with advanced MS Excel Skillset Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments with deadlines. Strong conceptual and problem-solving skills to evaluate problems and apply knowledge to identify appropriate solutions; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently. Proficient and hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels within the company, and with vendors and customers. Ability to uphold and maintain discretion and care regarding confidential and sensitive personnel and company information. Ability to be flexible and adaptive to successfully achieve the function of the position. Benefits Offered Comprehensive health, dental, and RX benefits Company paid life insurance and disability Flexible Spending Plans Employee Assistance Program 401K retirement savings plan Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave Successful completion of initial and ongoing employment screens, including but not limited to criminal background and vehicle record as required. Columbia Grain is an Equal Opportunity Employer