Sr Cost Accountant and Analyst - Santa Clarita, United States - Planet Pharma

Description

SR COST ACCOUNTANT AND ANALYST

Onsite

Working out of the Valencia office, but would be required to travel to our Ventura facility 1-2 days per week (mileage covered)

Can consider Ventura office if needed, otherwise would have an office in Valencia and commute to Ventura a few days a week and they cover mileage

CPA is a plus but not required at all for this role

D365 system is what they use for software

Need to have public company experience, SOX exp, anything regulated would work (doesn't need to be device)

Need to have manufacturing experience - this is a must, US is fine, no global experience needed for this one

Reporting into the accounting manager or VP of Finance/Corp Controller

~240 people in company size total

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Looking for a highly organized and detailed-oriented Senior Cost Accountant & Analyst. The ideal candidate will have heavy experience in manufacturing.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and reporting for all locations.
• Work closely with supply chain to reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Calculate and maintain accurate product costs, considering both direct and indirect costs.
• Analyze, determine, and report gross margin fluctuations.
• Assist with monthly financial close process which includes preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations related to inventory and COGS.
• Reconcile gross profits related to distribution sales.
• Prepare yearly Cost of Goods Sold budget and margins.
• Meet with Production Operation department heads monthly to review departments P&L Actual vs. Budget.
• Assist with annual physical inventory count and inventory observation audit.
• Assist in managing, including coordinating with auditors and providing necessary documentation.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision making.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives to improve financial processes and controls.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILL:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in work output
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cost accounting within manufacturing is required.
• Public company and SOX experience.
• Standard cost accounting experience is a plus.

EDUCATION / TRAINING: Bachelors degree in accounting or finance

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS: Travel from Valencia office to Ventura manufacturing plant 1-2x per week.

POSITION LOCATION: Valencia, ca