Cost Accounting Manager jobs in Salem, OR

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking talented and self-motivated Cost Accounting Clerk to join our team at our Production Facility in Salem, OR.  PCP is dedicated to investing in its people and fostering a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

Pay Rate: $26 - $33 per hour; candidate will be paid based on their work experience and skills. Full time. This position is eligible for the annual profit-sharing bonus program.

Our Salem facility produces maraschino cherries and other cherry products in various styles, colors and flavors and employs between 70-100 employees. Reporting directly to the Cost Supervisor, the Cost Accounting Clerk will be responsible for providing general accounting support for the facility.

Primary job duties would include:

• Enter production usages for the plant.
• Verify and balance daily, monthly, yearly production, and yield/pack out reports.
• Maintain weekly cycle counts and assist with year-end inventory.
• Works with plant managers on labor estimates, loss studies, yield analysis & other requested information and provides general accounting support to the Cost Supervisor.
• Create new reports, in excel, when there is a need from production or accounting. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Two years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage accuracy, and prioritize daily workload. Familiarity with inventory costing and control is desirable.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Access.
• Experience with various accounting software programs/systems; Power BI and Reports Now experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey cost and financial data across various levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated with the capability to work autonomously, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in managing daily tasks.

About PCP Summary

Pacific Coast Producers, a cooperative owned by more than 165 family farmers who cultivate and transport diverse produce like tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and others, was founded in 1971. The company operates processing and packaging facilities in California and Oregon and has a workforce of over 3,000 employees. PCP is committed to delivering top-quality products to customers in all channels of trade, such as foodservice distributors and grocery retailers throughout the United States and Canada.

Our facility is located in Salem, OR which is a thriving city in the heart of Willamette Valley, offering a vibrant downtown, strong sense of community, and access to outdoor recreation. As the capital of Oregon, it's only a 45-minute drive from Portland, making it a great location for those seeking urban amenities and a smaller community.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.