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ZACHARY ALBRECHT

Sauk Rapids,MN

Summary

Skilled in accounting with an eye for identifying and correcting errors. Enthusiastically seeking a role in which a strong work ethic and a resourceful nature will be highly valued. Reliable worker with well developed communication and listening skills and a willingness to learn. Organized, independent worker with strong time-management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Dependable accounting professional acknowledged for reliability, integrity and quick-learning ability.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Cost Accountant

Alexandria Industries
03.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with month-end closing procedures, journal entry review, balance sheet analysis and monthly management report preparation.
  • Monitored actual cost performance to confirm that costs met standard cost parameters.
  • Calculated machine, labor and overhead rates, annually updating cost models.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from vendors.

Cost Analyst

Engineered Transportation International, Inc.
05.2019 - 02.2023
  • Communicated changes in costs to engineers, buyers, and sales staff.
  • Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of sales orders.
  • Projected future costs and revenues by closely analyzing ongoing costs and operational costs.
  • Maintained fixed assets for multiple companies, utilizing Asset Keeper Pro software.
  • Weekly reporting of new orders and projected revenue.
  • Maintained Construction in Progress accounts for multiple companies, communicating with multiple levels of personnel to reconcile balances.

Consultant

Accountemps
01.2017 - 05.2019
  • Assist in monthly close processes.
  • Assist in preparing budget models and simulations detailing various metrics and account information.
  • Work directly with customers on invoice discrepancies and create a plan to fix discrepancies.
  • Prepared documents, reports and presentations using Microsoft proficiencies.
  • Observed strict confidentiality rules to ensure data integrity.
  • Identified, researched and resolved billing variances.
  • Set up and updated customer accounts with interactions, payments and personal information.

NDE Technician

Sonic Systems International Inc
01.2009 - 01.2017
  • Perform and assist ultrasonic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, and visual examinations, interpret results, and report results to supervisors.
  • Prioritized incoming work according to schedule and importance.
  • Verification of welder documentation versus actual field work.
  • Led teams of inspectors on multi million-dollar capital projects.

Education

Associate of Science - Business

St. Cloud Technnical And Community College
St. Cloud, MN
05.2025

Skills

  • Team player
  • Exceptional time management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • General Ledger Analysis
  • Capital Expenditures
  • Cost Reviewing

Objective

Seeking an Cost Accountant position that will effectively maximize 10+ years experience in meeting the demands of a fast-paced and continuously changing work environment.  Strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to effectively multitask and demonstrated success in building positive working relationships at all levels.

Timeline

Cost Accountant

Alexandria Industries
03.2023 - Current

Cost Analyst

Engineered Transportation International, Inc.
05.2019 - 02.2023

Consultant

Accountemps
01.2017 - 05.2019

NDE Technician

Sonic Systems International Inc
01.2009 - 01.2017

Associate of Science - Business

St. Cloud Technnical And Community College
ZACHARY ALBRECHT