Resources Global Professionals

Senior Cost Accountant

Resources Global Professionals$88K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of Inventory Accounting and Standard Costing
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JDE, Microsoft Dynamics or similar)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate across various functions such as Operations and Supply Chain

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and report manufacturing variances including PPV and cost revaluations
  • Prepare and support Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory calculations
  • Assist with Lower of Cost or Market (LCM) inventory valuation
  • Partner with cross-functional teams during month-end close to resolve inventory issues
  • Lead the MRB process, including inventory disposition and destruction activities
  • Monitor inventory aging and identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory
  • Drive continuous improvement by developing new reporting and analytical solutions

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Professional Development Program
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time
Full Job Description
About This Role

Are you an experienced Cost Accountant with a passion for manufacturing, inventory analysis, and operational excellence? We're looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to play a key role in supporting inventory accuracy, cost analysis, month-end close, and financial reporting within a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, partnering with cross-functional teams, and driving process improvements, we'd love to hear from you.

What You Will Work On

  • Analyze and report manufacturing variances, including PPV (Purchase Price Variance) and cost revaluations
  • Prepare and support Excess & Obsolete (E&O) inventory calculations
  • Assist with Lower of Cost or Market (LCM) inventory valuation
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Production, and Warehouse teams during month-end close to resolve inventory issues
  • Review work orders and identify inventory or material issues that impact financial accuracy
  • Lead the MRB (Material Review Board) process, including inventory disposition and destruction activities
  • Monitor inventory aging and aging work orders while identifying opportunities to reduce excess inventory
  • Perform inventory analysis using data from ERP systems, warehouse operations, and production reporting
  • Develop dashboards, KPIs, and operational metrics to improve inventory performance
  • Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations supporting inventory and cost accounting
  • Support SOX compliance, internal controls, and external/internal audit requests
  • Drive continuous improvement by developing new reporting and analytical solutions


What You Will Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Experience in Cost Accounting within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Inventory Accounting
    • Standard Costing
    • Manufacturing Variances
    • PPV
    • Inventory Revaluation
    • Journal Entries
    • Account Reconciliations
    • SOX Controls
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, JDE, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar preferred)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Manufacturing


Preferred Experience

  • Manufacturing or pharmaceutical industry experience
  • KPI reporting and dashboard development
  • Inventory control and warehouse operations
  • Continuous improvement initiatives


What You Can Expect

  • An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart.
  • Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.
  • Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).


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