If you are a Finance professional with expertise in cost accounting and manufacturing, Emerson Professional Tools has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Elyria, OH location, the Cost Accounting Manager will be responsible for cost accounting functions, including standard cost management, variance analysis, inventory valuation, and financial reporting for US locations. This role is crucial to ensuring accurate costing and providing financial insights to improve operational efficiencies.

Emerson's global Professional Tools business offers the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades! With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, and Klauke, we deliver trusted products that provide diligent performance to handle the industries' toughest challenges.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Maintain andrevalue standard costs to reflect accurate labor, materials, and overhead rates. Own the annual cost roll process and cost revaluation efforts.
• Analyze and report on manufacturing cost variances (labor, material, and overhead). Investigate root causes and provide recommendations to management for cost containment opportunities.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation by preparing book-to-perpetual reconciliations. Coordinate excess and obsolete inventory process.
• Improve cost tracking and reporting capabilities within JD Edwards (JDE) and suggest system improvements.
• Assist with month-end close tasks including, but not limited to making journal entries and performing reconciliations

Who You Are:

You transform financial information into business intelligence through analysis and integration of quantitative and qualitative information. You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are outstanding at spotting and seizing opportunities. You focus efforts on continuous improvement; and have a knack for identifying and seizing opportunities for synergy and integration. You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse collaborators.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Excellent communications skills and the ability to comfortably communicate financial information to senior levels in the organization.
• Strong business insight, critical thinking, and analytical/technical skills
• Self-confidence, ability to present position in difficult situations
• Solid understanding of standard costing, cost variance analysis, and inventory accounting
• Legal Authorization to work in the U.S. Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• CPA of CMA certification preferred
• Manufacturing industry experience
• JDE experience

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that phenomenal ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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