Cost Accountant/Accounts Payable Specialist

Who We Are

ShopSabre, based in Lakeville, Minnesota, was founded in 2001 and is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance CNC routers, plasma tables, and fiber laser machines. These machines are essential for precision cutting in industries ranging from wood to steel and aluminum. We cater to a diverse customer base, from small businesses and individual artisans to large corporations.

ShopSabre’s continued growth is driven by our commitment to delivering high-quality products backed by exceptional customer service.

Position Summary

The Cost Accountant / Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the company's financial operations by maintaining accurate product costing, inventory accounting, and accounts payable functions. This position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial data, analyzing manufacturing costs, processing vendor invoices, and supporting month-end closing activities.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position reports to the Director of Accounting and Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting

• Maintain accurate product costing, including labor, material, and overhead allocations.
• Analyze manufacturing costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor inventory transactions and investigate inventory variances.
• Assist with monthly inventory reconciliations and cycle count adjustments.
• Prepare and analyze cost reports for management.
• Review Bills of Material (BOMs) and routing information for costing accuracy.
• Assist with standard cost updates and quarterly cost roll processes.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory and cost accounting.
• Work closely with Purchasing, Production, and Engineering to ensure costing accuracy.
• Assist with annual financial and inventory audits.

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders, packing slips, and vendor invoices.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments.
• Maintain vendor records, W-9s, and payment documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances.
• Monitor accounts payable aging and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Handle full cycle annual 1099 reporting.

General Accounting

• Prepare account reconciliations.
• Assist with bank reconciliations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance.
• Minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience.
• Manufacturing accounting experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor experience preferred).
• Experience processing accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cost accounting experience.
• Inventory accounting experience.
• Experience preparing journal entries and financial reconciliations.
• Understanding of standard costing and inventory valuation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate will:

• Maintain accurate product costing and inventory records.
• Process vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Help ensure timely month-end close activities.
• Build strong working relationships with Purchasing and Production.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and manufacturing cost visibility.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous employer 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Join Our Team?

As a member of our accounting team, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with operations, purchasing, engineering, and leadership to help drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Your work will directly support manufacturing performance and contribute to the continued success of our growing organization.

Pay: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Cost accounting: 3 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• ERP systems: 3 years (Required)
• Accounts payable: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lakeville, MN 55044 (Required)

Work Location: In person