Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role:

As a Cost Accountant, you will be responsible for the costing and general accounting activities to ensure accurate reporting and analysis for our manufacturing plant and distribution center. You will have the opportunity to directly impact the success of our company and interact with all levels of the operation teams. This role will support our location in Plymouth, MN.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support Physical Inventory counts with research and reporting including Inventory Adjustments approval and posting.

• Monthly review of Cost Center variations

• Review and research Production Variances

• Monitor activities for proper setup of parts, cost rolls, and variances

• Monitor Capital Asset Requests and process as needed.

• Post monthly Journal Entries as needed

• Support the monthly business closing process (P&L, Balance Sheet) including evaluation of expense and balance sheet accounts and preparation of monthly reports

• Locally promoting awareness of financial performance and opportunities. Assisting with forecasting and budgeting.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or Finance

• 8+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment desired

• Prior manufacturing cost accounting experience preferred

• Advanced Excel skills

• ERP system experience – SAP experience is desired

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Salary range:

$70,500.00 - $126,500.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation