Cost Accountant Job at Century Group, Fountain Valley, CA

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  • Century Group
  • Fountain Valley, CA

Job Description

We are partnering with a consumer product company seeking a Cost Accountant to join their team. As a key member of their finance team, you'll play a vital role in managing accounting and analysis related to purchasing, inventory, disbursements, and cost of goods. Their mission is to provide top-tier products while promoting eco-friendly practices. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. Expected starting base salary $95,000 to $105,000 per year.


Job Descriptions:

  • Perform monthly reconciliation between inventory subledger and general ledger.'

  • Calculate and maintain standard costs for overhead components.

  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for balance sheet and P&L accounts.

  • Handle reserves for excess, discontinued, and obsolete inventory.

  • Validate and record results of periodic inventory cycle counts.

  • Collaborate with product development and supply chain teams to analyze cost, pricing, and margins for new inventory items.

  • Develop and maintain pricing analysis models based on cost data.

  • Analyze margins at month-end, focusing on cost changes, product mix shifts, and customer variations.

  • Contribute to annual budgeting and semiannual reforecasting.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

  • 5-10 years of accounting experience, preferably in the consumer product or retail industry.

  • Familiarity with Great Plains ERP system (a plus).

  • Proficient in Excel (including pivot tables and V-lookups) and other MS Office applications.



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