Collin Waters
Drexel Hill,PA
Summary
Cost accounting professional with strong track record in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost control. Expertise in variance analysis, cost allocation, and financial reporting. Known for strong team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in using financial software and ERP systems to drive efficiency and accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cost Accountant
Allan Myers
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
- Developed customized financial models for more accurate forecasting of business performance, aiding strategic planning efforts.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
- Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.
- Monitored cost standard performance to confirm that costs met budget cost parameters.
- Ensured accurate allocation of labor costs by developing a robust job costing system and monitoring timekeeping records.
- Assisted with month-end closing procedures, journal entry review, balance sheet analysis and monthly management report preparation.
- Supported annual budget preparation by providing detailed historical data analysis and projecting future trends in costs and revenues.
- Managed month-end closing activities efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA05-2019
Skills
- Variance analysis
- Financial modeling
- Cost control
- Job costing
- Budget preparation
- Financial reporting
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Training and development
- Microsoft Excel
- Report preparation
- Financial forecasting
Accomplishments
Completed the CFMA Leadership program
Completed Allan Myers Developing Emerging Leaders program
Completed Allan Myers Advanced Development Program
Timeline
Cost Accountant
Allan Myers
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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