What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Accountant position at AppleOne Employment Services?
The Cost Accountant plays a critical role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support the company's financial objectives and improve profitability. Key Responsibilities the Cost Accountant will analyze production costs and variances, identifying areas for cost reduction and process improvement, as well as prepare detailed cost reports, including cost of goods sold (COGS), manufacturing variances, and profitability analysis. In this role you will also monitor and report on cost performance, providing insights into management for decision-making. The Cost Accountant will maintain and update cost accounting systems and processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
The Cost Accountant will ensure proper costing of products, including direct materials, labor, and overheads as well as implement and manage cost control measures and tracking systems. The Cost Accountant will assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts as well as analyze budget vs. actual performance and investigate variances. The Cost Accountant will support departmental budget planning by providing cost estimates and financial analysis as well as monitor and analyze inventory levels and costs, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
The Cost Accountant will conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies and work with supply chain and procurement teams to optimize inventory costs. In this role you will identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements within the manufacturing operations. Additionally, the Cost Accountant will develop and implement cost control procedures and best practices as well as collaborate with production and engineering teams to evaluate and enhance cost efficiency.
The Cost Accounting will ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements as well as maintain accurate and organized cost accounting records and documentation and prepare for and assist with internal and external audits related to cost accounting. The Cost Accountant will partner with production managers, engineers, and other departments to gather data and support cost-related initiatives as well as provide financial insights and support for project management and process optimization.
Qualifications bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing processes. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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The Cost Accountant will ensure proper costing of products, including direct materials, labor, and overheads as well as implement and manage cost control measures and tracking systems. The Cost Accountant will assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts as well as analyze budget vs. actual performance and investigate variances. The Cost Accountant will support departmental budget planning by providing cost estimates and financial analysis as well as monitor and analyze inventory levels and costs, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
The Cost Accountant will conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies and work with supply chain and procurement teams to optimize inventory costs. In this role you will identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements within the manufacturing operations. Additionally, the Cost Accountant will develop and implement cost control procedures and best practices as well as collaborate with production and engineering teams to evaluate and enhance cost efficiency.
The Cost Accounting will ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulatory requirements as well as maintain accurate and organized cost accounting records and documentation and prepare for and assist with internal and external audits related to cost accounting. The Cost Accountant will partner with production managers, engineers, and other departments to gather data and support cost-related initiatives as well as provide financial insights and support for project management and process optimization.
Qualifications bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and manufacturing processes. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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