Position Overview

Ledgent Finance & Accounting's client is actively seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Accountant to join their team. This position is crucial in ensuring accurate cost analysis and effective management of financial operations. The role is fully onsite and provides an exciting opportunity for professionals with a background in accounting and finance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing costs and prepare reports comparing standard costing to actual production costs.
• Participate in physical inventory and cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
• Prepare metric reports for the Production and Inventory Managers.
• Research purchase price variances to determine root cause.
• Assist in month-end close processes.
• Interact with outside auditors during the year-end audit.
• Reconcile inventory records as needed.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Excellent Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlookups.
• 3-5 years plus of cost accounting experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems accurately and timely.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in ERP accounting software.

Pay Range

$100,000 - $115,000

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package details will be provided upon application.

Additional Details

Further details regarding this opportunity will be discussed with qualified candidates.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.