We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join a manufacturing finance team in Livermore, California. This position supports a global organization serving the semiconductor and advanced technology sectors, with a strong focus on cost accuracy, inventory valuation, and financial insight for production activities. The role works closely with operations and finance partners to strengthen reporting, support close activities, and improve visibility into manufacturing performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the maintenance and refinement of standard cost models for materials, labor, and overhead to support accurate product costing.<br>• Oversee inventory valuation for raw materials, work in process, and finished goods, ensuring financial records reflect operational activity accurately.<br>• Complete month-end cost accounting tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and close-related analysis.<br>• Review manufacturing results by analyzing production variances, purchase price fluctuations, and work order performance to identify key cost drivers.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to evaluate plant performance, interpret financial trends, and support informed business decisions.<br>• Assess inventory exposure by identifying slow-moving, excess, or obsolete stock and contributing to reserve calculations.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting for cost of goods sold, manufacturing expenses, and other plant-related financial measures.<br>• Participate in physical inventory activities, audit preparation, and internal control reviews while helping improve cost accounting and inventory processes, including transition support and knowledge transfer where needed.
We are looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in Pleasanton, California. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing standard costing systems, analyzing production variances, and providing actionable financial insights to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate cost data, inventory management, and compliance with industry regulations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and report on production costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, to support financial decision-making.<br>• Prepare monthly cost reports and provide insights to plant leadership and finance teams.<br>• Investigate variances between standard and actual costs, offering detailed explanations and recommendations.<br>• Monitor and reconcile inventory balances, ensuring accurate valuation in line with accounting standards.<br>• Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) in partnership with production teams.<br>• Assist in creating annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manufacturing costs.<br>• Contribute to cost projections for new product launches and trials to support strategic planning.<br>• Identify opportunities for cost-saving and efficiency improvements within production processes.<br>• Ensure compliance with internal controls, industry standards, and company policies.<br>• Support audits related to manufacturing costs and assist in maintaining accurate financial records.
<p>Our client is hiring an Entry-Level Analyst for an ongoing temp-to-hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a motivated early-career professional who is eager to gain hands-on experience supporting reporting, data review, and business operations. The right candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with data in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Gather, review, and maintain data for reporting purposes</li><li>Assist in preparing spreadsheets, reports, and summaries for internal teams</li><li>Identify inconsistencies, trends, and data issues for follow-up</li><li>Support day-to-day business analysis and operational tasks</li><li>Partner with team members across departments to fulfill reporting needs</li><li>Maintain documentation and ensure accuracy of records</li><li>Assist with process improvement initiatives and ad hoc projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking an Entry-Level Analyst for an ongoing temp-to-hire opportunity. This is an excellent role for a detail-oriented professional looking to build experience in analysis, reporting, and business operations while contributing to a fast-paced team environment.</p><p>The Entry-Level Analyst will support day-to-day analytical activities, help organize and interpret data, prepare reports, and assist with identifying trends and process improvements. This role offers strong potential for long-term growth and permanent hire based on performance and business needs.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Collect, review, and analyze data to support business decisions</li><li>Prepare routine reports, summaries, and dashboards</li><li>Assist with identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity</li><li>Support cross-functional teams with research and analysis</li><li>Help streamline processes and improve reporting efficiency</li><li>Perform other administrative and analytical duties as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance/accounting? Our team is seeking an Entry-Level Analyst/Accounting Clerk for a temporary-to-hire opportunity, supporting accounts receivable, payable, reconciliation, and billing functions. Recent graduates with retail or internship experience are welcome to apply!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please call apply today!</p><p><br></p><p>Job Duties</p><ul><li>Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Assist with invoice review, coding, and payment processing</li><li>Prepare routine financial reports and spreadsheets</li><li>Support month-end and year-end closing activities</li><li>Verify accuracy of financial documents and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain organized records for audits and compliance</li><li>Assist with payroll data entry and related administrative tasks</li><li>Communicate with vendors, customers, and internal departments regarding billing or payment questions</li><li>Perform basic account analysis and research transaction issues</li><li>Use Excel and accounting software to track and report financial information</li></ul><p><br></p>