Sr. Cost Accountant

DeWinter Group; Ulmar (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Livermore, CA is seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to optimize manufacturing cost data, maintain standard costs, and support month-end close and budgeting processes. This fully onsite, temp-to-hire role collaborates with operations and management to improve inventory accuracy and profitability.

You will analyze variances, reconcile large data sets, review inventory valuation, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of cost accounting experience in a standard-cost manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency with MRP II systems and Oracle ERP software
• Strong expertise in Excel and Word
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently with excellent problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience with inventory valuation, standard cost updates, and inventory management
• Ability to analyze and reconcile large data sets, identify obsolete inventory, and perform variance analysis

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory cost data and standard costs
• Support month-end closing activities and budgeting/forecasting
• Review and update costs, analyze variances, and assist in cost control
• Collaborate with operations and management to improve profitability
• Reconcile large data sets and manage multiple cost-related projects

Skills

Cost accounting

Multi-project management

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MRP II systems

Oracle ERP

Excel

Word

Job description

Senior Cost Accountant

Join a leading public manufacturing company as a Senior Cost Accountant and play a vital role in optimizing financial performance through meticulous cost analysis and inventory management. This fully onsite, temp-to-hire opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic team and support strategic decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Cost Accountant, you will be critical in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory cost data, maintaining standard costs, and supporting the company's financial health with your expertise in cost control and analysis. Working closely with operations and management, you will review and update costs, perform month-end closing activities, analyze variances, and assist in budgeting and forecasting processes. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will directly impact the company's manufacturing efficiency and profitability.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of cost accounting experience within a standard cost manufacturing environment
• Advanced proficiency with MRP II systems and Oracle ERP software
• Strong expertise in Excel and Word
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently with excellent problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience with inventory valuation, standard cost updates, and inventory management
• Ability to analyze and reconcile large data sets, identify obsolete inventory, and perform variance analysis

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in a manufacturing setting involving tiered pricing and purchasing patterns
• Knowledge of manufacturing overhead and labor rate reviews
• Prior experience with audit preparation and working with external auditors

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• At least 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience working on projects involving SOP creation and process improvements

Other Requirements:

• This position is fully onsite in Livermore, CA
• Candidates must be comfortable working in an environment with evolving SOPs and processes
• Attention to accuracy and the ability to work under tight deadlines is essential
• No travel required

Elevate your career by becoming a key contributor in a forward-thinking organization that values precision, initiative, and strategic insight.