Senior Cost/Inventory Accountant

About the role

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong experience in cost accounting and inventory management? We are seeking a Senior Accountant - Cost & Inventory to join a growing manufacturing organization in the East Bay. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to drive accurate financial reporting and business insights. 📍 East Bay, California (Onsite)

Responsibilities

• Own monthly inventory accounting and cost accounting close activities
• Analyze inventory balances, reserves, variances, and manufacturing costs
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Monitor standard costs and assist with cost roll-ups and annual cost updates
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to investigate inventory discrepancies and manufacturing variances
• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs
• Analyze production, labor, overhead, and material usage variances
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis related to inventory and manufacturing operations
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls over inventory and cost accounting processes
• Support external audits and provide required documentation and analysis
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 4+ years of accounting experience, including cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with inventory accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and CPG operations
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar)
• Knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Preferred: Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities
• Preferred: Consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry experience

Skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and supply chain teams
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $85,000 - $115,000 + bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities within a growing organization