This is a long-term contract opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background in manufacturing. The role offers the chance to contribute to the financial success of a growing organization by applying advanced accounting knowledge to manage, analyze, and report financial data. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key part in supporting cost accounting, financial reporting, and process improvements, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to expand their career and make a meaningful impact in the manufacturing industry.Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting and Analysis:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP or IFRS, as applicable.</li><li>Provide detailed variance analyses for manufacturing costs, inventory, and production performance.</li></ul>Cost Accounting:<ul><li>Manage and oversee the establishment and maintenance of cost structures for raw materials, labor, and overhead costs in the production process.</li><li>Perform standard cost updates, variance analyses, and recommend actionable insights to improve margins.</li></ul>Inventory Management:<ul><li>Collaborate with operations teams to monitor and manage inventory levels, perform reconciliations, and ensure valuation accuracy.</li><li>Identify and investigate discrepancies, cycle counts, and obsolescence provisions.</li></ul>Budgeting and Forecasting:<ul><li>Work with department managers to develop annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts.</li><li>Track and report manufacturing expense trends, identifying cost-saving opportunities where feasible.</li></ul>Internal Controls and Compliance:<ul><li>Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and external compliance requirements.</li><li>Support internal and external audits specific to the manufacturing processes and financials.</li></ul>

Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field</li><li>Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, with prior experience in manufacturing accounting a must.</li><li>Advanced proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE for manufacturing environments.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, standard costing, and inventory management.</li><li>Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience in data visualization tools is a plus.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders</li></ul>

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Modesto, CA
remote
Temporary
32.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
This is a long-term contract opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background in manufacturing. The role offers the chance to contribute to the financial success of a growing organization by applying advanced accounting knowledge to manage, analyze, and report financial data. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key part in supporting cost accounting, financial reporting, and process improvements, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to expand their career and make a meaningful impact in the manufacturing industry.Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting and Analysis:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP or IFRS, as applicable.</li><li>Provide detailed variance analyses for manufacturing costs, inventory, and production performance.</li></ul>Cost Accounting:<ul><li>Manage and oversee the establishment and maintenance of cost structures for raw materials, labor, and overhead costs in the production process.</li><li>Perform standard cost updates, variance analyses, and recommend actionable insights to improve margins.</li></ul>Inventory Management:<ul><li>Collaborate with operations teams to monitor and manage inventory levels, perform reconciliations, and ensure valuation accuracy.</li><li>Identify and investigate discrepancies, cycle counts, and obsolescence provisions.</li></ul>Budgeting and Forecasting:<ul><li>Work with department managers to develop annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts.</li><li>Track and report manufacturing expense trends, identifying cost-saving opportunities where feasible.</li></ul>Internal Controls and Compliance:<ul><li>Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and external compliance requirements.</li><li>Support internal and external audits specific to the manufacturing processes and financials.</li></ul>
2025-09-26T16:28:51Z