Cost Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and analyzing costs within a manufacturing environment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in cost accounting practices and a proactive approach to partnering with operational teams to drive efficiency and financial insights.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare and post journal entries during month-end close processes, including payroll, expense reports, and cost accruals.
• Oversee comprehensive cost accounting functions, such as job costing, labor utilization analysis, and manufacturing margin evaluations.
• Reconcile manufacturing and inventory accounts to ensure compliance with policies and industry standards.
• Generate detailed reports on manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and key cost drivers.
• Collaborate with production and operational teams to enhance cost visibility and streamline processes.
• Develop and refine cost accounting practices to improve inventory management and reporting accuracy.
• Lead month-end and year-end cost close activities, ensuring timely and precise results.
• Provide cost analysis to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning efforts.
• Work with IT teams to optimize cost accounting systems, with Epicor experience being a plus.
• Engage with stakeholders across departments and external entities to resolve issues and provide clear financial insights.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of job costing methodologies, inventory management, labor analysis, and margin reporting.
• Proficiency in major accounting systems; Epicor experience is preferred.
• Ability to analyze financial data and present actionable insights to support business decisions.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail in managing complex accounting processes.
• Familiarity with standard cost accounting practices and cost analysis tools.

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