Senior Cost Accounting Manager

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Newport Beach, CA, USA
Hybrid
140K-165K Annually
Financial Services
The Role
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Cost Accounting Manager to lead all aspects of cost accounting and inventory analysis within a highly innovative biotech manufacturing environment. This position will play a critical role in financial reporting, cost control, and strategic decision-making to support operational excellence and business growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing and standard cost environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee cost accounting processes, including standard cost development, cost of goods sold (COGS), and inventory valuation.
Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes for all manufacturing cost-related activities.
Analyze manufacturing variances, labor efficiency, and material usage to identify cost improvement opportunities.
Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to enhance cost control and profitability.
Maintain and reconcile inventory accounts across multiple production sites.
Prepare and present detailed cost reports, forecasts, and analysis to senior leadership.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies while driving process improvements.
Support audits and assist in developing robust internal controls over inventory and costing.
Manage and mentor cost accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5-7 years of progressive experience.
Strong understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
Advanced Excel and ERP systems experience (SAP or Oracle preferred).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Proven leadership abilities and experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment.
Benefits:
Hybrid work schedule – only 2 days per week in office for optimal work-life balance.
Competitive base salary and annual performance bonus.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling.
Wellness and employee assistance programs.
Career development and continuous learning opportunities.
Inclusive and collaborative company culture focused on innovation and impact.

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The Company
HQ: Los Angeles, CA
997 Employees
Year Founded: 1953

What We Do

GHJ is an accounting and advisory firm that specializes in nonprofit, food and beverage, entertainment and media and health and wellness companies. Previous recipient of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce Employee Champion For Life Work Harmony Award and named a “Best Places to Work” by the Los Angeles Business Journal eight times since 2008, GHJ is passionate about helping clients and its people #BeMore by focusing on building thriving businesses and creating a better future. GHJ works as a business advocate for its clients — providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for growth. Through its affiliation with HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers, GHJ is able to partner with other top firms across major cities throughout the U.S. and the world. GHJ’s audit, tax and advisory teams leverage the HLB network to better serve its clients and give clients access to member firms in over 158 countries across the globe and over 775 offices worldwide. Also ranked as a top-20 largest accounting firm on the Los Angeles Business Journal’s Book of Lists, GHJ has 15 partners and more than 160 staff members that serve over 3,000 clients. GHJ is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit).

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