Senior Cost Accountant

This role is a technical cornerstone for the manufacturing team, focusing specifically on the financial health of precast production segments. You will be the primary link between the production floor and the corporate office, ensuring that every dollar spent on labor, equipment, and materials is accurately tracked and optimized. It is a great fit for a seasoned cost accountant who enjoys "getting into the weeds" of manufacturing operations to find efficiencies and drive bottom-line results.

Job Duties

• Analyze manufacturing costs and identify specific opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end cost accounting close processes, including detailed variance analysis.
• Manage and maintain cost accounting systems and ensure the accuracy of all related general ledger transactions.
• Analyze manufacturing operations with a focused lens on labor productivity and equipment utilization rates.
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports for leadership review.
• Monitor and take necessary action on inventory valuations, variances, and reporting to ensure financial accuracy.
• Ensure all cost accounting practices remain in strict compliance with GAAP and industry best practices.
• Partner directly with operations management to provide necessary cost analysis and strategic support.
• Collaborate with the broader operations and budgeting teams to align financial targets with production realities.
• Travel to various production sites as required to perform audits or observe manufacturing processes firsthand.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in accounting, with a strong focus on cost-related functions.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and specialized cost accounting standards is required.
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets and deliver actionable insights to operational leadership.
• High proficiency in accounting software and Excel for financial modeling and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating across different departments and varying seniority levels.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  
  

Salary: $105,000 - $117,000

Location: Vancouver, WA

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