Retail Cost Accountant Sample Job Description

The following is an example of the kind of job description you might see if you were looking for a job as a cost accountant.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Prepare, analyze and report weekly, monthly, quarterly gross margin analysis by brand by customer type
• Assist in month-end closing, prepare journal entries as necessary, analyze inventory evaluation, inventory roll forward
• Prepare collateral reporting
• Coordinate with IT department for system issues, maintenance and development such as production, purchasing, import/export, accounts payable, accounts receivable, import/export IT, receiving, shipping, and others
• Assist in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 implementation
• Analyze cost accounting data and assist with cycle count/physical inventories
• Maintain internal control documentation and test internal controls
• Prepare detailed account analysis and reconcile sales, cost and inventory, liability accounts by customer type by division
• Review and analyze inventory and margin reports, conduct research and perform analytical studies in regards to cost analyses and profitability
• Work in special projects as required
• Support and assist internal department reporting requirements such as audit schedules, tax schedules and others
• Ensure timely submission, accuracy and validity of inventory, gross margin schedules to management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through 3 or more years of related experience
• Ability to apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles & Cost Accounting Standards
• Must be able to adapt to new and different computer programs and software to enable efficient data gathering and analysis
• Ability to research, compile, analyze and interpret data
• Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to analyze and reconcile complex accounts and reserves
• Strong organizational and communicational skills
• Detail oriented
• Knowledge of JDE and ACS systems preferred
• Apparel industry background preferred
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision

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Originally posted by Candice A