Senior Cost Accountant

Phaxis; New Jersey; On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cosmetics manufacturer is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to manage financial reporting and cost evaluation. You will perform essential tasks related to month-end closing, inventory reconciliation, and ERP system processes. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting. Strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential. This position is full-time and located in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of variance analysis and establishment of cost estimates.
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Review and reconcile inventory reports with Plant personnel.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and IT.

Skills

Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Overview

Leading cosmetics manufacturer is searching for a strong Senior Cost Accountant reporting to the Controller, North America. The role is responsible for supporting the accounting and financial reporting environment by determining the cost of production, tracking inventory levels, and evaluating the performance of operations.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate reporting of cost of goods sold, inventory evaluation, and margin variances.
• Process and post transactions within the ERP system related to production, materials, and revenue.
• Review and reconcile inventory reports and work closely with Plant personnel and purchasing to ensure accuracy of physical and perpetual inventory.
• Review WIP and FG inventories for obsolescence reserve.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage annual physical inventory count.
• Record plant material, labor consumption, and variances within ERP system.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and IT to maintain data accuracy and improve ERP utilization.
• Ad hoc financial analysis of financial and operational metrics to support business requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of related accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment/business
• Strong understanding of manufacturing (cost) accounting, variance analysis, and establishment of cost estimates (standards)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet tight deadlines
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Manufacturing and Personal Care Product Manufacturing