Cost Accountant ($95K, Manufacturing Exp. Req.)
- $80,000 to $95,000 Yearly
- Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance
- Full-Time
Cost Accountant (Manufacturing Exp. Req.)
Location: Orange County, CA or Gwinnett County, GA
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 + Discretionary Annual Bonus + Benefits
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision (low employee cost), Life Insurance, Disability, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm, flexible
Start Date: ASAP
Travel: Less than 10%
Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation assistance: Not available
Cost Accountant (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Description
Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to add to their growing team. This is an in-office position where you can work from their facility in Orange County, California or Gwinnett County, Georgia. Reporting directly to the company Controller, you will play a crucial role by analyzing financial data, identifying manufacturing cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring accurate cost allocation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of cost accounting principles. To be successful, you must be a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving, process improvement, and collaborating with production teams to drive manufacturing efficiencies and cost reductions. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company in a position offering long-term growth as the company scales the business and expands its accounting team.
Cost Accountant (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Responsibilities
• Analyze financial data to identify manufacturing cost-saving opportunities
• Develop cost standards for materials, labor, & overhead
• Prepare, analyze, & also develop financial reports: weekly, monthly, quarterly, & annual
• Work with the Controller to set up an annual process reviewing PPV (Purchase Price Variance)
• Review labor and production costs to make actionable recommendations
• Prepare and process accurate journal entries
• Assist with the successful execution of the annual physical inventory
• Support the implementation of daily cycle counts across all locations
• Review areas for efficiency improvements with Plant Managers: scrap, production time…
• Develop overhead percentages for absorption
• Design and implement cost accounting processes to streamline analysis
• Support with special projects as required
Cost Accountant (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Qualifications
• 3+ years of accounting, including 2+ years of cost accounting in Manufacturing, is required
• Journal entry experience is required
• Strong MS Excel skills (formulas & pivot tables) with a desire to expand expertise is required
• Ability to work in the office full-time & participate in quarterly domestic travel is required
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