Cost Accountant

Ascentec Engineering•Tualatin, OR

1d•$70,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a detail-oriented and hands-on Cost Accountant to join our growing manufacturing company! This role is responsible for analyzing product costs, maintaining accurate inventory and manufacturing cost data, supporting financial reporting, and helping management make informed operational and pricing decisions. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, enjoys digging into data, and can partner effectively with both finance and operations teams. This position is onsite (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin, Oregon facility and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of accounting experience, with cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Strong understanding of inventory accounting, standard costing, variance analysis, and general accounting principles
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to communicate clearly with both financial and operational teams
Self-starter who can adapt in a growing company environment
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.
Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain standard costs.
Analyze costs performance against expectations.
Support month-end close activities related to inventory, work-in-process, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing variances
Partner with operations, purchasing, and engineering to ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and ERP data integrity
Assist with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations
Analyze manufacturing costs, margins, and inventory trends to identify risks and opportunities
Develop and improve cost reports, models, and internal controls to support decision-making in a growing business

Benefits

Dental and Medical w/vision coverage insurance plans offered
STD/LTD & Life insurance plans offered
FSA and DCA available
PTO and Holiday pay
Immediate 100% vesting Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement saving plan with matching contributions
Educational aid program available
Purchase discounts, membership discounts, and many other incentives

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