Senior Cost Accountant

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 63,375 - 88,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based annual bonus

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and company-paid holidays

Job summary

Sanmina-SCI Systems de México is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant based in Secaucus, New Jersey. This role involves maintaining the integrity of the company’s standard costing system and analyzing manufacturing performance to optimize operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of accounting experience. Competitive salary and benefits package offered including 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with SOX 404 requirements is preferred.
• Proficient in accounting software packages.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the company’s standard costing system.
• Identify production variances and manage the accuracy of Bills of Materials.
• Prepare monthly journal entries related to inventory and COGS.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel

SAP knowledge

10 key proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Monarch

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s standard costing system and providing detailed analysis of manufacturing performance. This role focuses on identifying production variances, managing the accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOM), and ensuring that inventory and COGS are recorded in accordance with US GAAP. By partnering with Production and Supply Chain teams, you will deliver actionable insights into cost drivers and margin trends, playing a vital role in optimizing operational efficiency and supporting the month‑end close process.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development and maintenance of the company’s standard costing system, ensuring all product costs are accurate and up to date.
• Perform detailed analysis of manufacturing variances, including material price, labor efficiency, and overhead spending, to identify areas for cost improvement.
• Prepare and record monthly journal entries related to inventory, cost of goods sold (COGS), and manufacturing allocations.
• Conduct regular reviews of Bill of Materials (BOM) and routing to ensure accurate labor and overhead absorption.
• Participate in the month‑end close process by reconciling inventory sub‑ledgers to the general ledger and investigating discrepancies.
• Assist in the calculation and application of overhead rates in accordance with company policy and US GAAP.
• Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, or manufacturing methods to determine the impact on product costs and margins.
• Coordinate and support physical inventory counts and cycle counting programs at manufacturing or warehouse locations.
• Monitor and report on inventory obsolescence and slow‑moving stock to ensure appropriate reserve levels.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to provide financial insights into operational performance and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Prepare routine and ad‑hoc cost reports for management, highlighting trends in gross margin and production spending.
• Assist in the preparation of cost data for annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Computer skills including Excel, Monarch, Microsoft Word, e‑mail, and accounting software packages.
• Prior experience with SAP would be highly desirable.
• Proficient on 10 key.
• Experience and/or knowledge of SOX 404 requirements is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $63,375 and $88,500 per year. Bonus, paid time off, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, wellness resources, and other benefits are also available.

• Competitive base salary.
• Performance‑based annual bonus eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs.
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and company‑paid holidays.
• Parental leave and family care support programs.
• Structured training programs and on‑the‑job learning opportunities.
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a U.S. citizen or national, 2) be a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), 3) be a refugee, or 4) be an asylee, or 5) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional upon meeting these requirements.