We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this role, you will contribute to financial operations by managing cost accounting processes, inventory controls, accounts payable, and fixed asset management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in financial analysis, and has a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries for monthly close processes, including cost accounting, sales reserves, lease accounting, and accruals.• Perform consolidation entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Oversee inventory processes such as cycle counts, reconciliations, and maintaining rolling standard costs.• Manage accounts payable by processing vendor payments, tracking outstanding invoices, and collaborating with department leads.• Handle fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules, reconciliations, and recording new asset purchases.• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.• Provide support for auditor requests and ensure compliance with reporting requirements such as the Sunshine Act.• Monitor travel expenditures to ensure adherence to company policies.• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support financial operations and analysis.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cost accounting or a related field. • Strong expertise in manufacturing and standard cost accounting practices. • Proficiency in cost analysis and fixed asset inventory management. • Solid understanding of accounts payable processes and procedures. • CPA certification is preferred but not required. • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. • Advanced proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools. • Ability to effectively collaborate across departments to achieve organizational goals.

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Midvale, UT
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to join our team in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this role, you will contribute to financial operations by managing cost accounting processes, inventory controls, accounts payable, and fixed asset management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in financial analysis, and has a strong background in manufacturing cost accounting. Responsibilities:• Prepare journal entries for monthly close processes, including cost accounting, sales reserves, lease accounting, and accruals.• Perform consolidation entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses to ensure accurate financial reporting.• Oversee inventory processes such as cycle counts, reconciliations, and maintaining rolling standard costs.• Manage accounts payable by processing vendor payments, tracking outstanding invoices, and collaborating with department leads.• Handle fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules, reconciliations, and recording new asset purchases.• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.• Provide support for auditor requests and ensure compliance with reporting requirements such as the Sunshine Act.• Monitor travel expenditures to ensure adherence to company policies.• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support financial operations and analysis.
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