Cost Accountant

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Job description

A leading food manufacturer dedicated to producing high-quality, innovative, and sustainable food products. As a publicly traded small food science corporation, we are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. We are seeking a talented Cost Accountant to join our finance team and help drive our financial success.

Job Summary: The Cost Accountant will be responsible for managing and analyzing the company's cost structure, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of cost accounting principles, experience in the food manufacturing industry, and familiarity with the unique challenges faced by publicly traded small food science corporations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Analysis and Reporting: Analyze production costs, material costs, labor costs, and overhead expenses. Prepare detailed cost reports and variance analyses to support management in decision-making.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts. Monitor actual performance against budget and provide insights on variances.

• Inventory Management: Oversee inventory valuation and control processes. Ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions and conduct periodic physical inventory counts.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations. Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports for shareholders.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization. Implement best practices in cost accounting and financial management.

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, and sales, to gather relevant data and provide financial insights.

• Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.

• Experience working with publicly traded small food science corporations.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Professional development opportunities.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking may be required.

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds.

• Bending, stopping, carrying up to 20 pounds may be required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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