On-Site Manufacturing Accountant: Costing & ERP Close

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching program

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a detail-oriented Accountant in Torrance, CA to support manufacturing cost accounting, GL close, and financial reporting. The role requires working with intercompany reconciliations, ERP processes, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial data.

The successful candidate will manage end-of-month activities, analyze variances, and prepare standard and ad hoc cost reports for operational management. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Experience with intercompany reconciliations and month-end close.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end and year-end close activities; journal entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare intercompany reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Plan and manage recurring accounting tasks with deadlines.
• Support ERP processing and interface monitoring between systems.
• Review product margins, cost rollups, and variance analyses.
• Maintain internal controls and audit-ready documentation.

Skills

Independent worker

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

BAAN LN

Hyperion reporting

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks a detail-oriented Accountant in Torrance, CA to support manufacturing cost accounting, GL close, and financial reporting. The role requires working with intercompany reconciliations, ERP processes, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial data.

The successful candidate will manage end-of-month activities, analyze variances, and prepare standard and ad hoc cost reports for operational management. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.