Jobot
Job Description
Job Description
Sr. Cost Accountant - Hybrid schedule, working for a Large Manufacturing company!
This Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: James Moon
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.
Salary: $45 - $65 per hour
Large Manufacturing company
Work-life balance, hybrid schedule
Access to medical benefits
Interesting work!
Job Details:
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role plays a crucial part in our company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our cost accounting systems and procedures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the analysis and reporting of financial data, including cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. This role will also be instrumental in identifying potential areas of cost optimization and implementing strategies to achieve financial goals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to our company's financial health and growth.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.
2. Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings.
3. Prepare and complete internal cost audits.
4. Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.
5. Analyze the data collected and log a detailed record of the results.
6. Analyze any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.
7. Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
8. Make estimates of new and proposed product costs.
9. Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.
10. Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.
11. Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.
12. Manage and coordinate monthly inventory and related work in progress valuations, inventory roll forward, excess and obsolete inventory reserve analysis, and other related inventory analysis.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification preferred.
3. 5+ years' experience in cost accounting.
4. Solid cost systems background.
5. Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
6. Meticulous attention to detail with the superb organizational skills.
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Excellent report writing, communication, and IT skills.
10. Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications.
11. Proven experience with KPI, variance analysis, and cost accounting.
12. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including explaining financial concepts to non-financial managers.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Company DescriptionThis Jobot Consulting Job is hosted by: James Moon
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume.
Salary: $45 - $65 per hour
A bit about us:
Large Manufacturing company
Why join us?
Work-life balance, hybrid schedule
Access to medical benefits
Interesting work!
Job Details
Job Details:
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. This role plays a crucial part in our company's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in our cost accounting systems and procedures. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the analysis and reporting of financial data, including cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. This role will also be instrumental in identifying potential areas of cost optimization and implementing strategies to achieve financial goals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to our company's financial health and growth.
Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.
2. Analyze and recommend costs and cost savings.
3. Prepare and complete internal cost audits.
4. Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.
5. Analyze the data collected and log a detailed record of the results.
6. Analyze any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.
7. Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
8. Make estimates of new and proposed product costs.
9. Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.
10. Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.
11. Conduct physical inventories and monitor the cycle count program.
12. Manage and coordinate monthly inventory and related work in progress valuations, inventory roll forward, excess and obsolete inventory reserve analysis, and other related inventory analysis.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification preferred.
3. 5+ years' experience in cost accounting.
4. Solid cost systems background.
5. Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
6. Meticulous attention to detail with the superb organizational skills.
7. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
8. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
9. Excellent report writing, communication, and IT skills.
10. Advanced proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications.
11. Proven experience with KPI, variance analysis, and cost accounting.
12. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, including explaining financial concepts to non-financial managers.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.
Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.
Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.