Cost Accountant - Washington

Cost Accountant - #1257 – Pasco, WA Any accountants out there in the Northwest part of the United States? This would be a great opportunity with room to grow. Good company, great location, excellent job - if accounting is your thing! Read on to learn more.

Role Purpose –

To assist the Cost Accounting Manager in maintaining accurate cost of sales, inventory balances and accurate variance information.

Accountabilities -

• Compile various data for analysis and reconciliation distribution: outside purchase variances, yield variances, grower advances, operational volumes and transaction history. • Prepares journal entries; maintains and reconciles ledger accounts. • Set up all costing standards in SAP. • Assist with the annual budget and quarterly estimates. • Cost and maintain all LSV or SSV materials for seed treat and pack. • Calculates and analyzes performance measures and KPI’s. • Review grower advances/payments. • Reconcile various general ledger accounts. • Input and monitor treat/pack materials received and transferred; coordinate quarterly treat/pack cycle counts and assist with annual physical inventory process. • Prepare miscellaneous invoices. • May do analysis and prepare special reports. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities –

Critical knowledge • High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree in Accounting or three (3) to five (5) year’s comparable accounting experience. BA preferred.

Critical experience • Excellent PC skills (Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications preferred).

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities • Ability to manage and organize time. • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. • Ability to demonstrate accuracy and dependability in working with mathematical calculations. • Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. • Employs problem-solving skills. • Organized and detail oriented.

Critical leadership capabilities • Decisive • Trusted • Customer-Focused • Results-Oriented • Communicative • Team-Oriented • Innovative

Additional Information –

Physical demands of the essential functions: None

Working conditions while performing essential functions: Normal office environment

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE