Job Description:
Why Badger Meter?
Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company, with a mission to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For more than 100 years, cities and businesses have utilized our innovative and trusted solutions to enhance operational efficiency and conserve water while making it more affordable, clean and resilient. Just like every drop counts, at Badger Meter every employee counts because our contributions have a lasting impact on the world!
Here at Badger Meter, we believe that our approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion is the very foundation of our success. Our commitment is reflected in our core values, where we strive to create an environment that celebrates differences, encourages innovation, and ensures that every voice is celebrated and appreciated.
We understand that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas, which ultimately fosters creativity and excellence. Badger Meter provides opportunities for career growth and development for every employee by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where they can make meaningful contributions while preserving the world's most precious resource.
What You Will Contribute:
The Senior Cost Analyst is responsible for supporting Supply Chain, Finance, and Operational Plant Management with inventory, cost, and variance analysis for Badger Meter's North American facilities.
Job Duties:
- Conduct the annual standard cost roll process and review to develop reasonable standard costs. Investigate cost issues and analyze the year-over-year cost revaluation and corresponding margin changes.
- Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records through inventory account reconciliations, inventory reserve calculations, and proper inventory valuation in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Assist in reviewing and recording proper manufacturing variances related to purchase price variance and absorption. Perform root cause analyses and provide explanations to management, as required.
- Assist with inventory accuracy and audits by preparing any necessary reports to assist with counts, review processes within software to ensure adequate controls for entry, and review variances.
- Prepare reporting packages and lead management meetings on inventory, obsolescence, and variances. Develop ad-hoc reports and analysis and assist in projects for Supply Chain, Finance, and Operational Plant Management.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of department policies and procedures.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field required.
- 5+ years of related experience in cost accounting desired.
Qualifications:
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Outlook) required
- Advanced knowledge of BPCS/AS400 or comparable ERP system required
- Intermediate knowledge of MicroStrategy preferred
Competencies:
- Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
- Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
- Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.
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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:
- Competitive Pay
- Annual Bonus
- Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
- Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
- 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
- Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
- Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
- Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
- Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
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