We are currently hiring a Cost Accountant in Boston, MA.
The Cost Accountant is responsible for activities related to inventory accuracy for outside warehouses & contract brewery locations, preparing journal entries and reconciliations for month-end close, ad-hoc analysis to drive efficiencies within the cost team, and other required reporting.
What You'll Brew:
• Month end close preparation, including booking of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monthly analysis and reporting for specific Other COGS accounts (ex: Miscellaneous COGS)
• Process inventory transactions including receipts, transfers and physical inventory adjustments on a timely basis to ensure real-time inventory levels.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by preparing inventory reconciliations; research and resolve all discrepancies within given time frame
• Weekly review of in-transit inventory and resolution of discrepancies
• Support interim and annual audit related to Cost Accounting requests
• Schedule, coordinate and participation in physical and cycle count inventories for outside warehouses and contract brewery locations in compliance with internal & external auditor requirements
• Maintain cost accounting procedures and 3rd party contacts listing to ensure up to date
• Assist with other projects, reconciliations, and reporting as assigned
What Ingredients You'll Bring:
Minimum Qualifications:
• 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or related field in support of monthly close, inventory records management, internal reporting and analysis in a food, beverage or other consumer-branded/manufacturing business preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, & PowerPoint), SAP experience a plus
Level: 7IC
At the Boston Beer Company and in accordance with pay transparency laws, we are open about our salary ranges. For this role, the salary range is between $61,000 and $109,000. However, it’s important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location. Additionally, this position qualifies for a discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance, and certain sales roles might include a car allowance.
Some Perks:
Our people are our most important “ingredient.” We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.
In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:
Tuition reimbursement
Fertility/adoption support
Free financial coaching
Health & wellness program and discounts
Professional development & training
Free beer!
*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.
Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact [email protected] for assistance.
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Skills Required
- 2-4 years of experience in cost accounting or related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- SAP experience
The Boston Beer Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Boston Beer Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Boston Beer Company.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside a comprehensive wellness program. Additional resources like financial coaching bolster the overall health and wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is defined with a clear employer match for most non‑union coworkers, with alternate terms documented for certain union groups. This codified structure, reflected in company materials and filings, underscores reliability of retirement benefits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle perks such as two free cases of beer per month (21+), a dog‑friendly HQ, beer education/certifications, and a homebrew competition enhance total rewards appeal. Wellness programming and free financial coaching further support day‑to‑day wellbeing.
The Boston Beer Company Insights
What We Do
We are The Boston Beer Company and together we are heavy. From the very beginning, Jim Koch wanted to create a company that he would want to work for, creating a culture that celebrated beer with a passion and depth of knowledge that can’t help but be contagious to others. Forty years of brewing beer and cultivating talent later, we continue to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything we do. We're always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who strive to push the boundaries and never settle. Not to be lost in the shuffle is the ability to have fun – after all, we are a beer company, and if you can’t have fun in this business, there’s something wrong!
