California Licensed Cost Accountant

To support a growing accounting team, the full-time Lead Cost Accountant will manage accurate accounting transactions, account reconciliations, and reporting while collaborating with various departments in a hybrid or remote work environment. Key responsibilities Perform month-end closing duties and general ledger account reconciliations related to inventory and prepaid assets Analyze inventory trends and variances, preparing necessary journal entries and accruals for projects Assist with month-end reporting and compliance audits while providing ad-hoc financial analysis Required qualifications 5+ years of experience in cost accounting and financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Strong analytical skills with experience in standard costing and project-based systems Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with SAP is a plus Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently