Senior Cost Accountant

Description We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing standard costing systems, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost data, inventory management, and compliance with industry regulations.

Responsibilities:

- Analyze and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to support financial decision-making.

- Prepare monthly cost reports and provide insights to plant leadership and finance teams.

- Investigate variances between standard and actual costs, offering detailed explanations and recommendations.

- Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, ensuring accurate valuation in line with accounting standards.

- Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) in partnership with production teams.

- Assist in creating annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manufacturing costs.

- Contribute to cost projections for new product launches and trials to support strategic planning.

- Identify opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within production processes.

- Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and company policies.

- Support audits related to manufacturing costs and assist in maintaining accurate financial records. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

- Minimum of 5 years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, variance analysis, and inventory management.

- Experience with ERP systems (Sage X3 preferred) and advanced proficiency in Excel.

- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.

- Excellent communication abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams effectively.

- Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

- A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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