Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Summary

The Cost and Financial Analyst performs accounting duties which require exercise of independent judgment and thorough knowledge of general ledger and cost accounting activities. Must be able to analyze and present information to Senior Management of the plant and division. Responsible for Sarbanes Oxley compliance within Inventory and General Accounting areas of the business.

Essential Functions

Determines product cost for accuracy on closed jobs.

Prepares and analyzes inventory reserves.

Maintains accurate inventory valuation and reviews cycle count adjustments.

Analyzes and investigates production cost variances.

Provides analytical support to the operations team.

Prepares weekly and monthly managerial and cost accounting reports for management review.

SOX compliance.

Assist with month-end closing processes, maintain the general ledger, generate monthly journal entries, and reconcile accounts.

Prepare and analyze financial statements and internal reports and provide summaries and recommendations to management regarding financial activities.

Maintain and reconcile the daily flex, as well as flex detail and support to area supervisors as needed.

Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.

Provide financial analysis and reporting on results and trends of operations.

Assist with creating budgets, forecasts, and activity rates.

Develop a strong understanding of the Financial and ERP systems and the ability to data-mine to provide answers to complex questions.

Effectively manage facility excess and obsolete calculations and develop action plans with operations to reduce aged inventory.

Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with team members, coworkers, production staff, and management.

Review and improve daily processes and tasks to expedite and improve workflow.

Perform job functions with minimal supervision.

Provide audit support through the generation of timely, accurate schedules and documents.

Assist with SOX compliance and reporting.

Additional Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Competencies

Analytical - Analyzes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Attention to Detail - high level of attention to detail in both written and mathematic documents, spreadsheets, etc.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Time Management/Project Management - Able to successfully manage and balance many issues and/or projects simultaneously. Stays organized and manages projects and reports efficiently with little to no oversight by manager.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Education and Experience

Must have a minimum 5 years of general or cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment and a B.S./B.A. degree in Accounting or equivalent.

Special Skills

Must have a general knowledge of financial and quantitative analysis techniques, management accounting, cost accounting, and management information systems.

Good communication skills.

Ability to think and work with moderate supervision.

Able to demonstrate a high attention to detail.

Proficient in MS Office applications. Advanced knowledge of MS Excel preferred.

Proven analytical, problem solving, and process improvement ability.

Experience with ERP systems for general accounting and consolidation purposes.

Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

Ability to successfully manage many issues/projects simultaneously.

Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all levels of management.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Full Relocation is authorized for this position.