Staff Accountant (Temp, Part Time)

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain standard costs, including materials, labor, and overhead related to production
• Monitor and report on cost variances, providing clear insights and recommendations to management
• Oversee inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, and physical inventory reporting
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliation, and posting
• Lead month-end close activities for cost accounting, ensuring both accuracy and timeliness
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts related to cost of goods sold (COGS) and inventory
• Partner with Operations and Procurement teams to understand cost drivers, clearly communicating complex financial information to non-finance partners to support business decisions
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP) and internal controls, and support internal and external audits by providing documentation and analysis

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the US under ITAR
• Education: AA or higher in accounting.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of continuous accounting experience. Experience in a manufacturing company is highly preferred
• Software Skills: QuickBooks Desktop: Expert-level proficiency is a MUST. Excel: Solid, advanced Excel knowledge is a MUST, including proficiency with pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
• Core Competencies: A strong understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory management, paired with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills