Associate Cost Accountant

GILLIG•Pleasanton, CA

19h•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing, recording, and reporting GILLIG’s business activities in support of cost accounting systems to ensure accurate costing and recording of inventory transactions. Additionally, they act as a liaison with all departments at GILLIG to promote positive, efficient working relationships throughout the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
0-2 years of experience
Proficiency in PC applications Excel, knowledge of ERP
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) knowledge
Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)

Responsibilities

Review and report on production and aftermarket inventory transactions
Prepare inventory journal entries and supporting schedules
Support month-end close for inventory, cost of sales, and manufacturing activity
Analyze BOMs to support accurate product costing
Assist with cost variance analysis and investigate discrepancies
Reconcile inventory accounts and resolve variances
Support physical inventories, cycle counts, and build station audits
Prepare reports and analyses for financial reporting and inventory valuation
Support invoicing by validating cost and billing data
Represent the company during Buy America audits
Partner with Finance, Production, and Supply Chain on cost and process improvements
Perform other duties, analyses, and projects assigned by the manager