Company Overview:A leading provider of contract manufacturing solutions is expanding and is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the team. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of cost accounting processes, analyzing manufacturing costs, and providing insights to improve efficiency and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate recording of manufacturing costs and inventory valuation.
• Conduct cost analysis on manufacturing processes, raw materials, and finished goods to optimize costing structures and improve profitability.
• Collaborate with production teams to analyze cost variances, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive operational efficiencies.
• Prepare financial statements, cost reports, and variance analysis to provide insights into manufacturing performance.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements specific to manufacturing.
• Support inventory management by overseeing costing methods, inventory reconciliations, and physical inventory counts.
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes, providing input on cost assumptions and financial projections.
• Assist in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes specific to manufacturing, including vendor payments, invoice processing, and customer invoicing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong emphasis on cost accounting.
• Proficient in Oracle, QuickBooks and have advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory management, and product costing methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Experience with process improvements and systems implementations in a manufacturing setting is a plus.
• CMA- preferred