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Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

Portland StaffingPortland, OR, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Cost Accountant Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Portland, Oregon, on a contract to permanent basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and analyzing manufacturing costs, ensuring accuracy in cost accounting processes, and contributing to process improvements. This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience in inventory management and cost analysis to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Oversee and validate new costs associated with manufacturing processes.
  • Analyze and monitor standard cost performance and identify variances such as PPV (Purchase Price Variance).
  • Collaborate with various departments to route cost changes effectively and ensure proper communication.
  • Conduct thorough reviews of resources to confirm cost accuracy, including assessing freight inclusions.
  • Maintain and reconcile inventory records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal standards.
  • Utilize Excel to perform data analysis and reporting.

Requirements :

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of standard cost accounting principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in inventory accounting and reconciliation processes.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables, VLOOKUP's, and power queries.
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems proactively.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team environment.
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