Strategic Cost Accountant - Manufacturing Analytics

Safran S.A.; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran S.A. in California seeks a Cost Accountant to support production cost analysis, standard costing, and inventory valuation. You will perform period-end close, journal entries, and GL analysis, delivering reports to management and assisting auditors.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in a manufacturing accounting team, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of BOMs, routings, overhead rates, and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• 3+ years in an accounting department for a large manufacturer.
• Strong cost accounting and financial analysis capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; solid GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data to determine production costs.
• Perform variance analysis and cost of goods sold analysis.
• Conduct standard costing, overhead and labor rate calculations.
• Valuate inventory and perform period end closings with journal entries.
• Reconcile GL accounts and prepare audit reports as requested.
• Support auditors and assist with cross-functional training on cost concepts.
• Maintain BOMs and routings understanding for cost validation.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Windows OS

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safran S.A. in California seeks a Cost Accountant to support production cost analysis, standard costing, and inventory valuation. You will perform period-end close, journal entries, and GL analysis, delivering reports to management and assisting auditors.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in a manufacturing accounting team, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of BOMs, routings, overhead rates, and cost controls.