Senior Accountant

Codexis Inc•Redwood City, CA

5d•$140,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant oversees the company’s cost accounting processes to ensure accurate product costing, margin analysis, inventory valuation, and financial reporting. In a small-company environment, this role is both strategic and hands‑on, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to work cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, and finance leadership. If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you! You have knowledge in cost accounting and inventory management. General accounting experience preferably in manufacturing or production environments. Audit experience - internal, external, SOX.

Requirements

You are a CPA with deep expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
7+ years in general accounting and cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing or production environments.
Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost allocation methodologies.
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.
BA in Finance or master's in Accounting.

Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Analysis
Develop, maintain, and improve cost accounting systems and processes.
Perform detailed product costing, including BOM reviews, standard cost updates, and labor/overhead allocations.
Analyze manufacturing variances, purchase price variances, and production efficiencies.
Monitor actual vs. standard costs and provide insight into cost drivers.
Support pricing decisions with cost‑based analysis and margin calculations.
Other Accounting Areas
Ensure timely month‑end and year‑end closes, including journal entries such as Prepaids and Accruals, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Oversee inventory accounting, costing methodologies, and reconciliation processes.
Ensure accurate valuation of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory.
Lead cycle counts and year‑end physical inventory activities.
Validate the completeness of the Agiloft Contracts Listing against the manual Contract Owners Assignment List (COAL).
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to enhance costing accuracy, operational efficiency, and data visibility.
Implement cost control measures and monitor their effectiveness.
Collaborate with operations to improve cost transparency and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Leadership & Collaboration
Serve as the bridge between finance, supply chain, and manufacturing/operations teams.
Collaborate across departments and with external auditors.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k with Company Match up to 4%
Company Equity
Generous Paid Time Off including 18 Company Holidays (with a summer and winter shutdown), Vacation, and Wellness Time
Annual Lifestyle Account for reimbursement of fitness programs, equipment and more
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Commuter/Parking, Dependent Care & Healthcare)
Student Debt Program (Company Contribution to Loans)
Mental Health Wellness Program
Subsidized onsite lunch program
Onsite Gym Facilities
Paid Parental Leave
And More!