Strategic Cost Accountant - Inventory & Margin Expert

Meet Life Sciences; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Menlo Park, CA, is looking for a Mid-Senior level Cost Accountant. The role involves managing cost accounting policies, inventory valuation, and providing financial data to support strategic decisions. Strong experience in cost accounting, GAAP principles, and advanced Excel skills are essential. The estimated salary range is $95,000 to $115,000, with a full-time employment type.

Qualifications

• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory analysis.
• Deep understanding of GAAP principles.
• Skilled in account reconciliation.
• Experience with NetSuite is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Establish accurate standard costs for products in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Provide cost data to support pricing decisions for new and existing products.
• Document and oversee end-to-end inventory processes.
• Ensure inventory valuation and gross margin accuracy under US GAAP.
• Monitor inventory balances and report on adjustments and COGS.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory.
• Maintain internal controls and support audit processes.
• Track and report on low-margin and slow-moving inventory.

Skills

Cost accounting background

Inventory analysis

Account reconciliation

Advanced Excel proficiency

GAAP principles understanding

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

A leading life sciences company in Menlo Park, CA, is looking for a Mid-Senior level Cost Accountant. The role involves managing cost accounting policies, inventory valuation, and providing financial data to support strategic decisions. Strong experience in cost accounting, GAAP principles, and advanced Excel skills are essential. The estimated salary range is $95,000 to $115,000, with a full-time employment type.