Cost Accountant

Trinseo

  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Overview:Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.About the role:The Cost Accountant is responsible for partnering with key operational & finance personnel, analyzing manufacturing cost information and executing cost accounting month-end close activities. Responsibilities:Role Overview:
  • Manage and monitor cost data, including master data, for accuracy and proper linkage to management reporting, legal entity analysis and corporate reporting requirements.
  • Analysis and explanation of manufacturing variances.
  • Freight variance analysis & update of standard cost.
  • Generate reports to support cost accounting and FP&A with logistics costs.
  • Ensure accurate financial reporting (both balance sheet and income statement) that complies with Corporate Accounting Policies
  • Provide local input requirements into global work process designs and ensure work processes are documented and kept up to date.
  • Ensure timely completion of SOX controls. Confirm that other functions, like Supply Chain and Manufacturing, have completed their applicable Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.
  • Participate in and/or lead special (ad hoc) projects, as needed, including supporting the implementation of S/4.
  • Support plant or business-related audits and local statutory matters. Qualifications:
Minimum Education Required:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting (or local equivalent).
  • Professional certifications of ACCA/CIMA/ACA preferred but not required.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in a multinational manufacturing company, preferred.
  • Previous accounting and/or operational finance experience in industrial chemicals and publicly traded companies preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Experience with SAP environments, S/4 HANA, including Material Ledger, a plus
  • Second language preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to engage various levels of management
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate leadership skills capable of inspiring and influencing others
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel
  • Ability to learn new systems quickly, a plus
Diversity And InclusionWith our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.

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