About the role#
Service Wire Company is hiring a Cost Accounting Intern in Culloden, West Virginia. You will support the cost accounting team by maintaining accurate financial data related to inventory, item costing, and reporting. This role provides an opportunity to work with experienced professionals on variance analysis and other accounting processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist with labor and overhead rate analysis.
- Help conduct weekly, month-end, and year-end inventories.
- Prepare reports on production volumes, machine utilization, efficiency, and key performance indicators.
- Support the preparation of capital project budget documentation, including internal rate of return and payback calculations.
- Review actual costs to identify inaccuracies and ensure data integrity.
- Identify and suggest process improvements to increase accounting accuracy.
- Analyze and report on actual profit margins.
- Assist with data entry and documentation for month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, preferably as a junior or senior.
- A strong interest in financial analysis and cost accounting.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- A willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: Culloden, West Virginia.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time internship.
- This is a paid position.
About Service Wire Company
Service Wire Company is a family-owned manufacturer of wire and cable products. Founded in 1968, the business operates with 318 employees. It supplies industrial, commercial, utility, pump, and irrigation customers across North America and international markets. The company maintains its headquarters in Culloden, West Virginia.
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