Cost Accountant

Meet Life Sciences

Menlo Park (CA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Menlo Park, CA, is looking for a Mid-Senior level Cost Accountant. The role involves managing cost accounting policies, inventory valuation, and providing financial data to support strategic decisions. Strong experience in cost accounting, GAAP principles, and advanced Excel skills are essential. The estimated salary range is $95,000 to $115,000, with a full-time employment type.

Qualifications

Strong background in cost accounting and inventory analysis.
Deep understanding of GAAP principles.
Skilled in account reconciliation.
Experience with NetSuite is a plus.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas and data analysis.

Responsibilities

Establish accurate standard costs for products in coordination with cross-functional teams.
Provide cost data to support pricing decisions for new and existing products.
Document and oversee end-to-end inventory processes.
Ensure inventory valuation and gross margin accuracy under US GAAP.
Monitor inventory balances and report on adjustments and COGS.
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory.
Maintain internal controls and support audit processes.
Track and report on low-margin and slow-moving inventory.

Skills

Cost accounting background

Inventory analysis

Account reconciliation

Advanced Excel proficiency

GAAP principles understanding

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

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This finance and accounting position focuses on developing and managing cost accounting policies, especially around inventory, gross margin, and standard costs. The role involves strategic collaboration across departments such as Product Development, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs, and Commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

Establish accurate standard costs for products in coordination with cross-functional teams.
Provide cost data to support pricing decisions for new and existing products.
Document and oversee end-to-end inventory processes.
Ensure inventory valuation and gross margin accuracy under US GAAP.
Monitor inventory balances and report on adjustments and COGS.
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory.
Maintain internal controls and support audit processes.
Track and report on low-margin and slow-moving inventory.

Qualifications