Plant Accountant Job Bakersfield area,California USA,Accounting

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Plant Accountant

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 + Bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

Join a stable and growing organization with a strong track record of success.
Gain direct exposure to operations and finance leadership.
Work in a highly visible role that influences business decisions.
Be part of a company that promotes from within and supports career growth.
Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencies.
Partner closely with plant operations and leadership teams.
Competitive bonus opportunity of up to 9%.
Strong benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Opportunity to work with newly implemented technologies and modernized processes.

Key Responsibilities for the Plant Accountant:

Maintain product costing, standard costs, and activity-based cost models.
Analyze labor, production, and operational costs to identify trends and opportunities.
Perform inventory reconciliations and support inventory valuation processes.
Prepare month-end journal entries, accruals, allocations, and account analyses.
Conduct variance analysis and communicate findings to management.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.

Qualifications for the Plant Accountant:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
3+ years of accounting experience with exposure to cost accounting.
Experience in manufacturing, food production, agriculture, or similar operational environments preferred.
Strong knowledge of inventory, job costing, and financial analysis.
ERP system experience required; JD Edwards experience is a plus.
Understanding of GAAP and month-end close processes.

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