Accountant Analyst (#18a2)

NextDeavor • Irvine, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role supports cost accounting and manufacturing finance to drive accurate product costing and variance analysis that inform management decisions. The Accountant Analyst will partner with operations, supply chain, and finance stakeholders to improve reporting, controls, and performance. This role works onsite on a standard daytime shift (5x8 days) supporting a 40-hour workweek.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS) required
• Typically six or more years of related cost accounting or manufacturing finance experience
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and applicable accounting regulations (including Cost Accounting Standards and/or Federal Acquisition Regulations, as applicable)
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles: standard costing, inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing variance analysis
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to collect and analyze data and draw valid conclusions
• Effective communication skills to present financial information to management, operations, supply chain, and other business partners
• Demonstrated ability to support continuous improvement initiatives and work effectively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience specifically in manufacturing or aerospace-related cost accounting environments

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, and report cost accounting information including product costs, manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold
• Analyze material, labor, overhead, scrap, rework, and other manufacturing cost drivers to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Support month-end close activities: prepare journal entries, perform account reconciliations, conduct inventory analysis, and produce variance reporting
• Maintain and review standard costs, bills of material, routings, and overhead rates in coordination with operations and supply chain
• Prepare financial and operational reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing cost, inventory, and manufacturing performance data
• Partner with operations and management to explain cost variances, evaluate business performance, and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable financial reporting requirements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and planning activities related to manufacturing costs and inventory
• Apply continuous improvement methods to improve cost accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to inventory, operations, systems, or process improvements

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental benefits for contract employees
• Paid sick leave eligibility is contingent on state of residence
• Optional 401k Plan (excludes employer match)
• Opportunity to get your foot in the door at a well-established corporation, with potential for extended or permanent full-time employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level