Cost Accountant

Howmet Aerospace • Fontana, CA

8d • $75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Cost Accountant partners with operations teams to reduce costs, improve gross margin, and maintain inventory transaction accuracy to prevent significant inventory write-offs or write-downs. The role provides timely cost-roll updates and manages the annual cost roll using new rates. It also supports accurate cost accounting, inventory valuation, operational analysis, financial reporting, and business planning in a manufacturing environment.

The position works with Operation Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Outside Processing, and Inventory Control. It supports compliance with US GAAP and company costing policies, assists with financial forecasts and budgets, and contributes financial expertise to ERP upgrades and Theory of Constraints (ToC) and other LEAN initiatives. The role requires a BA degree in Accounting or Finance and at least two years of cost accounting experience in manufacturing. Pay is listed as $72,000–$100,000, depending on experience.

Requirements

• BA degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 2 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Expert skills in accounting disciplines, including financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, planning, and forecasting.
• Ability to administer and coordinate multiple ongoing projects simultaneously and ensure effective implementation within targeted timelines and costs.
• Good knowledge of Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and other applicable tools.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before employee groups, customers, and outside regulatory agencies.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, percentages, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving variables where standardization exists and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form instructions.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Must meet ITAR U.S. person status requirements: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
• Must be able to meet the described physical demands, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Infor Visual Manufacturing and Infor Global Financials is highly desirable.
• Global Visual experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operation Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Procurement, Outside Processing, and Inventory Control to improve operational excellence.
• Manage cost accounting transactions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and company costing policies and procedures.
• Ensure inventory valuation accuracy through correct costing, analysis, and cycle-count tracking.
• Analyze costs and support Operation Management in achieving cost-reduction goals.
• Assist in preparing daily and monthly P&Ls.
• Review and update standard costs for each work cell according to company requirements.
• Prepare and communicate margin analysis and reports to Operation Management.
• Assist in preparing costing data for major business decisions.
• Lead annual physical inventory counts and quarterly mini counts.
• Assist the Controller in developing financial forecasts, budgets, and operating plans.
• Assist in evaluating and preparing ERP upgrades.
• Provide financial support for Theory of Constraints (ToC) and other LEAN initiatives.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time, subject to applicable policies.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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