Accountant III

Tucker Parker Smith Group (TPS Group)

Milpitas, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$55 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Communication Skills, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Data Storage, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Reporting, Inventory Costs, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Journal Entries, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Oracle, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Reconciliation, SAP, Systems Administration/Management, Validation Testing, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Milpitas, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Accountant III

Location: Milpitas, CA (Hybrid Onsite Mon/Wed/Thurs, Remote Tues/Fri)
Duration: 12-month contract (potential to extend to ~15 months and/or convert)
Pay:$50-55/HR
Overview
Our client, a global leader in data storage solutions, is seeking an experienced Accountant III to support a high-visibility special project within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will focus on cost accounting, ERP system support, and core accounting functions, while partnering cross-functionally to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain and analyze standard costs, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and manufacturing assumptions
  • Perform inventory valuation and cost variance analysis; investigate and resolve discrepancies
  • Support ERP system implementation, including data preparation, validation, testing, and documentation
  • Backfill subject matter expert (SME) responsibilities such as standard cost updates, OCOGS reporting, and inventory reconciliations
  • Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial data and reporting
  • Complete ad hoc projects and assignments as needed
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
  • 3 5 years of experience in cost accounting or manufacturing accounting
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting principles
  • Hands-on ERP experience related to product costing (Oracle and/or SAP)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Please submit your resume in Word or PDF format to be considered.

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Tucker Parker Smith Group (TPS Group)