Job Description

The Analyst, Costing Accounting I is a key position reporting to the Manager, Cost Accounting. The Analyst, Cost Accounting I will support the performance management of the manufacturing operations. This position will be responsible for aspects of budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, compliance, reporting, performance analysis, and special projects as they arise. This position requires the ability to work effectively individually and on teams within a matrix organization while handling multiple priorities across functions and levels throughout the business. In addition, this position requires a developing knowledge in accounting, finance, financial control, systems, information analysis and reporting.

YOUR ROLE:

• Assists with the preparation and review of the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and operating plans.
• Performs assigned close tasks accurately and timely.
• Prepares assigned journal entries and account reconciliations and substantiations.
• Assists with the assessment of monthly financial performance, including root cause analysis, and highlighting performance improvement areas to the operations team.
• Performs profitability assessments on product lines, customers, capital investments, and other business decisions.
• Ensures financial integrity by following established procedures and company internal controls that are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), MasterBrand policies, Code of Conduct, and other applicable guidelines. Ensures the financial statements are prepared in the same accordance.
• Performs financial modeling and trend and sensitivity analyses.
• Assists in the maintenance and accuracy of standard costing.
• Prepares and coordinates capital expenditure requests as well as participates in long term capital planning.
• Supports inventory and other asset control.
• Develops detailed knowledge of accounting systems such as Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services/ Smartview, Insight, and Friedman).
• Maintains financial integrity by following established procedures, policies, and internal controls.
• Maintains professional and technical accounting knowledge through appropriate training and education.
• Develops in-depth knowledge of all MasterBrand strategic business units. Leverages ideas from other reviews and co-workers to provide value-added recommendations and best practices to others.
• Demonstrates teamwork by responsively collaborating with the Finance management and staff, sharing information and ideas, proactively seeking, and accepting constructive feedback.
• Consistently demonstrates the MasterBrand Way, positioning the company for growth and helping identify opportunities to reduce waste, complexity, and improve our work environment.
• Participates in company efforts related to ethics and compliance activities.
• Performs other duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The individual must be able to remain in a stationary position for 90% of the time and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. This includes typing, clicking, and writing. Frequently positions self to maintain information in drawers and shelving. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. Ability to read documents, emails, and computer screens, as well as see details on printed materials and presentations. Consistently works in an indoor setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This is a hybrid position, where the ideal candidate should be able to work efficiently and independently from both their home office and the Louisville, Kentucky Distributive Assembly to complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines. While working remotely, the candidate will need reliable internet connectivity to support virtual communication tools for collaboration with team members, attending meetings, and participating in company activities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up and maintaining a productive home office environment, including a dedicated workspace with a comfortable chair, desk, and adequate lighting. When working at the Louisville facility, the candidate must effectively communicate with others in the office and may need to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Additionally, the individual is expected to travel 5% to 10% of the time to support other sites' physical inventories, attend finance conferences, and participate in other lean events. This travel will require overnight stays and might last multiple days.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in Accounting (Finance, Economics, or equivalent also to be considered).
• Certified Public Accountant (or Chartered Accountant equivalent), Certified Management Accountant, and/or Master of Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience - with manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Sarbanes Oxley, cost accounting and accounting acumen.
• Positive, and solution-orientated attitude and approach.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills, enabling for effective, cross-functional collaboration required.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to shape complex data into meaningful operational analysis.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage a diverse spectrum of tasks and responsibilities timely.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Intermediate or advanced Excel skills required.
• Knowledge and experience Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) such as Oracle and Mainframe are preferred.
• Ability to travel 5-10% annually (domestic & international).

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at staffing@masterbrand.com.

*Actual pay will vary based on qualifications and other factors