Cost Analyst

Cost Analyst

Description:

BASIC PURPOSE/GENERAL OBJECTIVE:

* Secondary Cost Analysts are responsible for costs associated with moving and storing product

* They ensure vendors are paid promptly and the related accounting records are correct

* They suggest accruals for secondary costs not accrued by SAP at month-end

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Ensure invoices are properly accrued in SAP, or obtain authorization to pay

* Process open invoices promptly, ensuring payment will be made by due date

* Analyze associated payable account and reconcile any open items

* Suggest accruals for costs not accrued at month-end

* Prepare ad hoc analysis as required

* Proactively interface with Traders and Schedulers for issue resolution

* Review contracts needed to interpret contractual obligations and requirements

* Keep supervision informed of issues

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS Required:

* Must have between 1-3 years of prior experience

* Legally authorized to work in the United States

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Preferred:

* SAP or Blackline experience a plus

* Payable experience a plus

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to build relationships and serve as a resource to both internal and external business contacts

* Self-starter ability to work without direct supervision

* Strong, positive attitude with good organizational skills

* Ability to prioritize

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With company roots going back over 30 years, Advantage Technical is an engineering and information technology services company and a national leader in the provision of technical resources today. These services include Staff Augmentation, Direct Placement, Project Resourcing and Outsourcing - delivered from 40 key market locations, by over 3500 specialized contractors, to over 500 clients across North America. Advantage Technical is a Best of Staffing Diamond Award winner for both Clients and Talent. For more information about the industries and services offered by Advantage Technical, please visit AdvantageTechnical.com.

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