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Aston Carter Senior Cost Accountant in Portland, Oregon
We are searching for a skilled Cost Accountant to join a well established, international leader within the manufacturing space. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that has been a staple in the Portland, OR community for years.
Why Work Here?:
A company culture that values career growth and offers professional opportunities to advance
Best-in-class medical, vision, and dental insurance options
Profit sharing via ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
Competitive compensation accompanied by annual performance reviews
Generous PTO and paid holidays
The opportunity to work with a rockstar accounting and finance team that values, respects, and encourages each other!
Description:
The Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing, developing, coordinating, and managing the product cost system. This position administers all policies regarding product cost activities, including, but not limited to, current activities, historical analysis, future projections, and internal controls. Essential job functions include:
Oversight and management of product cost transactions.
Analysis of actual manufacturing costs and preparation of reports comparing standard/budget costs to actual production costs.
Analysis, and reporting of daily production cost activities according to US GAAP.
Responsible for cost adjustments as needed.
Development and implementation of internal controls that align with company goals.
Collaboration with the Finance team to determine cost estimates for new and proposed products, processes, and/or customers.
Ensures proper period-end close relating to product cost, inventory valuation and transaction cutoffs.
Assistance with general ledger accounting functions including preparation of journal entries and reconciliations related to costing.
Collaboration with Production, Purchasing, and Accounting departments in setting standards and practices that ensure proper cost allocation and/or absorption to inventory.
Skills & Qualifications:
2+ years of cost accounting or cost analysis experience
Strong knowledge of actual vs standard costing methodologies
Experience within the manufacturing industry preferred
Inventory accounting experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.