Title: Senior Cost Accountant
Location: Onsite | Los Angeles, CA
Industry: Manufacturing
About the Company
We are partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organization that is known for its operational excellence, strong financial performance, and collaborative culture. With significant investment in technology and a commitment to continuous improvement, the company offers employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building long-term careers.
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to join their accounting and finance team. This individual will play a critical role in cost accounting, financial reporting, month-end close activities, and operational analysis across the business.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy partnering with cross-functional teams, and have a strong foundation in cost accounting and financial analysis. This is a highly visible role with opportunities to influence decision-making and drive process improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience
- Manufacturing accounting experience required
- 3+ years of cost accounting experience
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience working with manufacturing ERP systems
- Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience with account reconciliations and month-end close
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work across departments
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Key Responsibilities
- Support month-end close and financial reporting processes
- Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger accuracy
- Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and operational performance metrics
- Review job costing and investigate cost variances
- Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports
- Manage fixed asset accounting and monthly bank reconciliations
- Support accounts receivable activities, including billings, collections, and aging analysis
- Process credit applications and maintain customer account records
- Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting efforts
- Partner with operations, sales, and leadership teams to support business decisions
- Participate in cycle counts, physical inventories, and internal audits
- Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting operations and reporting accuracy
Why This Opportunity?
- Join a stable, growing manufacturing organization
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- High visibility with leadership and cross-functional teams
- Opportunity to influence business decisions through financial insights
- Collaborative culture that values employee contributions
- Strong long-term career growth potential
If you're a manufacturing accounting professional looking for a highly visible role with growth potential, we'd love to connect and share additional details about this opportunity.