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Senior Cost Accountant


Job Location:

Reno, NV - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 95000 - 125000
Posted: 20 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Senior Cost Accountant

Location: Fully Onsite
Experience Required: 3 years (cost accounting experience required)
Relocation: Open to relocation for strong candidates; local candidates preferred

Position Overview

Seeking a Senior Cost Accountant to support inventory valuation cost accounting operations financial reporting and manufacturing analysis in a fast-paced environment. This role partners closely with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate costing reporting reconciliations and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain and manage standard inventory costing processes
  • Support month-end and year-end close activities related to costing and inventory
  • Perform variance analysis overhead analysis reconciliations and inventory reporting
  • Prepare operational reports including labor purchase price variance and cost analysis
  • Partner cross-functionally to resolve accounting and operational issues
  • Assist with audit schedules and financial reporting requirements
  • Manage annual cost updates and LIFO reserve schedules
  • Support transfer pricing activities and finance projects
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies
Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
  • 3 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in cost accounting
  • Manufacturing industry experience required
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and standard cost systems
  • ERP experience required (JDE preferred)
  • Advanced analytical and Excel skills
  • Strong communication organizational and problem-solving abilities
Benefits
  • Competitive PTO and paid holidays
  • Medical dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance
  • Employee product discounts and wellness/perk programs