Cost Accountant

Kimco Staffing Services, Inc.; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimco Staffing Services, Inc. seeks a cost analyst to support plant operations with cost analysis, inventory control, and financial reporting. You’ll guide key decisions and drive profitability in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

The role is full-time and onsite in Huntington Beach, CA. Ideal candidates have manufacturing cost accounting experience, strong Excel and ERP skills, and a detail-oriented, deadline-driven mindset that thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of cost accounting in manufacturing.
• Strong Excel and ERP experience.
• Analytical, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Support multiple plant managers on cost and inventory issues.
• Maintain cost accounting systems and BOMs.
• Handle month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations.
• Support physical inventory and cycle counts.
• Drive financial reporting and improvement projects.
• Back up other cost accountants as needed.

Skills

Cost accounting

Manufacturing experience

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Power BI

Job description

You’ll support plant operations with cost analysis, inventory control, and financial reporting. Your work guides key decisions and drives profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze raw material, labor, and overhead costs
• Support multiple plant managers on cost and inventory issues
• Maintain cost accounting systems and BOMs
• Handle month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations
• Support physical inventory and cycle counts
• Drive financial reporting and improvement projects
• Back up other cost accountants as needed

What You’ll Bring

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of cost accounting in manufacturing
• Strong Excel and ERP experience
• Analytical, organized, and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks

Bonus Skills

• Power BI or other business intelligence tools
• Solid understanding of inventory and ROI metrics

Ready to make an impact?

This is a full-time, onsite role with a high-performing team. Must be dependable, safety-focused, and team-oriented.

Location: Huntington Beach, CA