Cost & Management Accountant for Agriculture & Inventory

Jobot; Union Gap (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an analytical Accountant in Union Gap, WA to manage cost accounting, financial analysis, and managerial reporting in a seasonal, inventory‑driven environment. You will partner with production, operations and distribution teams to understand cost drivers, prepare management reports, and inform budgeting, forecasting and profitability initiatives.

The role emphasizes actionable insights beyond the general ledger.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in accounting, cost accounting, managerial accounting, or financial analysis.
• Understanding of general accounting principles, financial statements, and month-end close processes.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, or variance analysis.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyze financial and operational data.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate financial findings clearly to both accounting and non-accounting teams.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems preferred.
• Background in inventory accounting, manufacturing, agriculture, food processing, or product costing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis: Analyze production, labor, materials, overhead, and other operating expenses.
• Management Reporting: Prepare monthly financial reports, management reporting packages, and operational dashboards.
• Budgeting & Variance Analysis: Assist with annual budgets, financial forecasts, and ongoing planning activities.
• Inventory & Product Costing: Assist with inventory valuation, cost allocations, and product costing.
• General Accounting & Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
• Operational Partnership & Process Improvement: Collaborate with operational teams to understand financial results and cost drivers.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Cost analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Jobot is seeking an analytical Accountant in Union Gap, WA to manage cost accounting, financial analysis, and managerial reporting in a seasonal, inventory‑driven environment. You will partner with production, operations and distribution teams to understand cost drivers, prepare management reports, and inform budgeting, forecasting and profitability initiatives.

The role emphasizes actionable insights beyond the general ledger.