Cost Accountant

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Position: Cost Accountant

Location: West Hollywood, California, 90069, US

Duration: Full-Time

Salary: $90,000/Yr - 100,000/Yr

The Cost Accountant will perform advanced cost accounting analyses to compare estimated costs to actual costs and prepare a variety of related budget reports.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

· The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

· Gathers and compiles cost information and maintains database concerning expenses.

· Develops systems and procedures for accumulation systems and/or cost accounting functions.

· Determines fixed costs such as salaries, rent, and insurance.

· Predicts, plans, and records variable costs such as purchases of raw material, labor, and operation costs.

· Reviews and analyzes actual costs to identify inaccuracies.

· Prepares necessary departmental and company-wide budgeting reports.

· Reviews, analyzes, and reports actual profit margins.

· Performs month-end and year-end closings with assistance.

· Determines and recommends cost-effective solutions.

· Provides product sample costs for Marketing and General Accounting.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities):

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.

· At least five years of progressive experience in cost accounting required.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as accounting software.

· Thorough understanding of accounting procedures.

· Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

· Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.

· Ability to manage confidential information.

· Experience with Netsuite preferred

Physical Activities:

· Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

· Communicating with others to exchange information.

· Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

· Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Work Location: In person