Cost Accounting Supervisor jobs in Huntington, WV

The Special Metals Corporation group of companies was created in the latter part of 1998 when Special Metals Corporation of New Hartford, New York, acquired Inco Alloys International, including its Huntington Alloys and Wiggin Alloys divisions. In 2006, Special Metals Corporation became a part of Precision Castparts Corp., a worldwide manufacturer of complex metal components and products. With a history of alloy technology now going back some 100 years, our company continues to provide solutions to difficult materials problems through such time-tested products as our world-recognized INCONEL, INCOLOY, NIMONIC, UDIMET, MONEL and NILO alloys.

Today's Special Metals is a world leader in the invention, production and supply of the high-nickel, high-performance alloys used for the difficult jobs in engineering. These alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high-temperature corrosion resistance, toughness and strength and are used in the world's most technically demanding industries and applications. Special Metals offers the largest range of nickel alloys and product forms, as well cobalt alloys, to more than ten worldwide markets. We produce nickel alloys in all standard mill forms, from large ingots and billets to plate, sheet, strip, tubing, bar and wire, the latter of which includes core and filler wires for welding products. The company has manufacturing and research facilities in the USA and Europe, sales offices in North America, Europe and Asia, and a distribution network including most of the industrialized countries of the world.

Special Metals Corporation is the world's premier inventor, developer and producer of nickel alloy and cobalt alloys-with a portfolio of more than 100 alloy compositions, wrought products and welding consumables, over 80 percent of which were invented in our own laboratories. All created to help redefine what's possible in the world of energy and industry.

Our time-tested nickel alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high temperature and corrosion resistance, toughness and strength for the most demanding applications. No other single manufacturer offers such a comprehensive range of game-changing alloy compositions and product forms.

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
A key leadership position within the site finance team that will use critical thinking, financial analysis, and communication skills to apply accounting theory and knowledge to improve business metrics and support cost, quality, and delivery success of the site. This role manages two finance professionals and serves on a site finance team of thirteen employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Assist in managing Special Metals Huntington/Burnaugh/Elkhart financial department and serve on extended leadership team for site.
* Actively identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities throughout SMC.
* Responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the operation's financial statements.
* Responsibility for maintaining an effective Cost accounting system and Financial reporting structure.
* Accountable for balance sheet analysis including provision calculations and reconciliations.
* Operational policy controls and implementation as directed by PCC corporate or division management.
* Develop and lead the forecasting and budgeting process including coordination with Commercial, Operations, and Finance teams.
* Prepare and organize operational review materials including monthly and quarterly reporting and on-site visits.
* Administer systems and policies to effectively measure financial and operational performance.
* Manage long and short-range operational planning and performance measurement, including, profit planning, expense budgeting, asset utilization, cost standards, savings opportunities, capital investing and labor tracking.
* Prepare specialized reports as needed by operations, division, and corporate management.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* BS in Accounting or Finance (advanced degree or CPA preferred).
* Minimum 7 years financial experience in progressively responsible positions within global, multi-site/cultural manufacturing organizations, a demonstrated track record of accountability and achievement.
* Strong skills and knowledge of accounting theory, application of financial principles (GAAP) & Standard Cost Accounting.
* Knowledge and experience managing financial operations in a global, multi-site environment.
* Demonstrated track record of financial control and analysis within a complex manufacturing environment (primary metals manufacturing preferred).
* Experience working with Oracle preferred
* Strong managerial presence that reflects a "hands-on", participative, pro-active operating style.

SPECIAL SKILLS
* Strong analytical skills required.
* Strong skills and knowledge of accounting theory, application of financial principles (GAAP) & Standard Cost Accounting.
* Liaison with auditors including internal, external and SOX audits.
* Project management background is highly beneficial.
* Strong accounting skills and understanding is required.
* Must be very detailed oriented and flexible within an ever-changing environment.
* Excellent PC computer skills with advanced Excel spreadsheet experience, required.
* Excellent communication; strong planning and organization skills.

COMPETENCIES
* High level of self-motivation to perform and succeed.
* Ability to work under own initiative with minimal supervision.
* Ability to work under pressure & deadlines.
* Excellent people management skills.
* Possesses sound judgment and decision-making skills and the ability to contribute to business-related problem-solving.
* Ability to credibly and effectively communicate with and influence all levels of the organization.
* Demonstrated track record of success and growth in progressive within a complex manufacturing environment (primary metals manufacturing preferred).

ADDITIONAL NOTES
* The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - MUST BE ABLE TO FREQUENTLY REMAIN IN A STATIONARY POSITION. MUST BE ABLE TO OCCASIONALLY MOVE ABOUT INSIDE THE OFFICE TO ACCESS FILE CABINETS, OFFICE MACHINERY, ETC. CONSTANTLY OPERATES A COMPUTER AND OTHER OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY MACHINERY, SUCH AS A CALCULATOR, COPY MACHINE, AND COMPUTER PRINTER. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.
WORK ENVIRONMENT - WORK PRIMARILY IN A CLIMATE CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WITH MINIMAL SAFETY/HEALTH HAZARD POTENTIAL. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

(This position is eligible for a referral bonus per the PCC Metals Group Referral Bonus Program).