Set Your Future IN MOTION

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. We continue to elevate our success based on a “One United Team” focus that enables our purpose-driven and agile work environment. We pride ourselves in fostering a work-life balance that allows flexibility in people's day-to-day lives. In an era when talent is in-demand, you will find an unwavering commitment to your personal and professional growth.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY CULTURE:

As a worldwide leader in handling, access platforms and earthmoving equipment, Manitou Group’s mission is to improve working conditions, safety and performance throughout the world, while preserving people and their environment. We design, manufacture, distribute and service products and solutions for the material handling, access equipment and compact earthmoving activities that work smarter, safer and reliably while delivering value to our customers. Our high-profile brands include Manitou and Gehl, and we are proud of our network of 1,050 dealers throughout the world. With sales in 140 countries, our team of 4,500 people are committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. We operate in more than 30 global locations to ensure proximity to our customers and services tailored to their needs.

Manitou continues on the forefront of innovation driving the green transition while also streamlining our operations guided by our customer-centric “New Horizons” roadmap. We are committed to providing safety and unique customer experiences worldwide. In sharing the same mission and values, our workforce remains engaged and passionate about what we manufacture and services we provide.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The Cost Accountant is a significant role for the organization providing key data and analysis to the executive management team to support strategic decision-making. This role will have a focus on the support of two manufacturing facilities and the transition to a new ERP system. This position will report to the Cost Accounting Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analysis of manufacturing plant variances to standard costs and budget, including material price/quantity, labor efficiency/rate, and overhead variances.
• Managing our standard cost system and maintaining accurate standard costs:
  • Support the annual standard cost roll process.
  • Cost support including analysis on standard cost of product, margins and inventory.
• Inventories:
  • Responsible for inventory valuation (GAAP and IFRS), excess and obsolescence reserve computations, monthly inventory reconciliation at domestic plants, cycle counting.
  • Responsible for reporting inventory figures to parent company in France .
• Contribute in preparation of the annual budget and forecasting for plant operations.
• Support transition to the new ERP system. Candidate will support the ERP project team and work cross functionally with other key users in the organization in areas such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Sourcing, IT, Distribution, & Product Management.
• Other responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with other members of the accounting team to allow for more efficient company and divisional reporting to the parent company.
  • Coordination with the supply chain team and monitoring of PPV.
  • Testing and verifying internal control items at the production facilities.
  • Direct interactions with the external audit team on cost accounting topics.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in accounting / finance department.
• Cost Accounting experience preferred.

EXPERTISE:

• Problem Solving – ability to identify problems and provide specific solutions that resolve the problem.
• Organization – ability to maintain accurate and detailed work product utilizing Google and Microsoft Office (Excel) tools.
• Attention to Detail – ability to thoroughly analyze and identify outliers or errors in data sets.
• Business Leadership – confidence, decisiveness and a willingness to engage others in achieving team goals.
• Communication - ability to communicate ideas and data in a persuasive and organized manner.
• Time Management – ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a changing environment. Ability to be flexible, accommodating, and to deal with change effectively.
• Customer Service Orientation – ability to gain the trust of executives at both the local and parent entity levels by demonstrating a strong command of the business and your individual work product.
• Analytical Skills – ability to independently select/apply the right problem solving method and analysis to address the business question at hand.
• Teamwork – ability to foster good working relationships and contribute in a team environment.
• Entrepreneurial – ability to consistently display “out of the box” thinking, seeking opportunities for efficiency and enhancements to existing processes or in new topic areas.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and Consolidation software is preferred.
• Construction Equipment Industry knowledge preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors’ degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA License preferred.
• Accounting – understanding of accounting concepts for both US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as well as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is preferred.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS:

• Accounting department
• Manufacturing and Distribution sites
• Sourcing
• Engineering
• External auditors

LOCALIZATION AND TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• This position is located in West Bend, WI at the corporate office.
• Limited travel - a few trips annually to domestic facilities are possible.

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OUR REWARDS & RECOGNITION:
In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program, including: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k including employer match, tuition reimbursement, community-oriented volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more! See for yourself why Forbes ranked Manitou within the top 125 for World’s Best Employers.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer