Senior Cost Accountant

Addison Group • $130K — $145K *
Alhambra, CA 91801In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 2 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in manufacturing and cost accounting
  • Proficiency in inventory accounting, BOMs, routings, and standard costing
  • In-depth knowledge of GAAP and manufacturing accounting principles
  • Experience with SOX compliance and audit support
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems; SAP preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Perform monthly cost accounting tasks including inventory valuation and journal entries
  • Analyze costs spanning from raw materials to finished goods
  • Maintain and review Bills of Materials and standard costs
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare and analyze Cost of Sales reporting and variances
  • Monitor inventory transactions and ensure accuracy
  • Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain to enhance costing processes

Benefits

  • Eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Bonus opportunity and potential for equity/RSUs
  • Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
Full Job Description
Role: Senior Cost Accountant

Location: Alhambra, CA (Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire

Salary : $130,000 -$145,000 / year +15% bonus & RSUs

Benefits: This role is eligible for health, dental and vision.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform monthly cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, cost analysis, journal entries, and reconciliations
  • Analyze manufacturing costs from raw materials through finished goods production
  • Maintain and review Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and standard costs
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes related to inventory and cost accounting
  • Prepare and analyze Cost of Sales (COS) reporting and manufacturing variances
  • Monitor inventory transactions, cycle counts, reserves, and inventory accuracy
  • Partner with Operations and Supply Chain teams to improve costing processes and operational efficiencies
  • Assist with SOX compliance, audit requests, and internal control documentation
  • Support capital expenditure tracking and fixed asset reporting as needed
  • Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements, and process improvements
  • Participate in ad hoc financial analysis and cross-functional projects

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 6+ years of progressive accounting experience with strong manufacturing and cost accounting exposure
  • Experience with inventory accounting, BOMs, routings, and standard costing required
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory controls, and manufacturing accounting principles
  • Experience supporting audits and SOX compliance initiatives
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems required
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
  • Flexible, hands-on mindset with the ability to adapt in a growing operational environment

Preferred Qualifications
  • Public company experience
  • Semiconductor, electronics, or high-tech manufacturing industry experience
  • International or multi-entity accounting exposure
  • Experience with capex reporting and manufacturing operations scaling initiatives

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Equity/RSU potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
  • Career growth opportunities within a collaborative and innovative environment

About Addison Group

Addison Group is a professional staffing and consulting firm that provides services in the areas of information technology, finance and accounting, healthcare, human resources, and administration. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Addison Group has over 2500 employees and operates in 22 locations across the United States. The company has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private staffing firms in the United States by Inc. Magazine.
Learn more about Addison Group
Size
2,500 employees
Industry
Staffing
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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