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Sr. Cost Accountant

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc
Chatsworth, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026

Job Summary:


Ensure relevant corporate policy and internal controls / cost accounting roadmap are administered within the assigned business unit, and act as the site finance representative over inventory. Communicate results, analysis, and actions to a diverse and multi-functional management team. Assist in or lead month-end close, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support Operations team by providing monthly results of Key Business Metrics
  • Organize cost accounting functions prior to physical inventory (if required) and produces all applicable reports
  • Maintain Adequate Inventory; Review inventory scrap and other adjustments
    Support Sales Team by developing manufacture cost estimates and by providing product line margin analysis
  • Support company controller in directing budget and cost controls, financial analysis, and accounting procedures
  • Contribute to the annual budget process and quarterly forecast process through preparation of necessary analysis & reporting
  • Establish and maintain Budgeted and Actual Cost pools and allocations for the commercial business; Establish and maintain Labor and OH Rates
    Provide Periodic Revenue, Margin & Variance Analysis, and Ad-hoc product costing
    Perform the periodic settlements of projects and Production orders; Analyze open/closed work order variances and follow up as required
    Support Finance and Sarbanes-Oxley Audits as needed

Job Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to collaborate and develop effective working relationships with internal and external partners
  • Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as within a team
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including oral and written
  • Strong customer focus
  • Thoughtful, timely, and disciplined follow-through on assignments
  • Unwavering commitment to continuous improvement
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERPs)
  • Demonstrated technical skills in account reconciliation, cost analysis and month-end close responsibilities, etc.
  • Ability to plan and manage multiple projects successfully
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proven skills in problem analysis and resolution
  • Ability to work as required to meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

  • At least 2-3 years in similar position (preferably in manufacturing companies)
  • Mid level excel user
  • Understanding in use of ERPs
  • Being able to explain a walk through cost roll (Bill of materials & Engineering routings)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • Minimum of 4 years' work experience in cost accounting/business analysis/forecasting
  • Experience working in accounting within the manufacturing industry required

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Able to travel as needed (occasional).
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at organizations' facilities.

Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

NHBB is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

Pay Range:$89k to $100k DOE

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

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New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.

NHBB's Precision Division is based in the western corner of the San Fernando Valley surrounded by the Santa Susanna Mountains to the west and Los Angeles to the east.

We are always on the lookout for outstanding individuals with a strong work ethic, creative spirit and positive attitude. If you have what it takes to be successful and our NHBB Values speak to you, apply now.


New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex including orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.


 

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