Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Reporting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Finance, Financial Policies, Food Production, Forecasting, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Inventory Transactions, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Physical Demands, Plant Management, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Support, Production Costing, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Resolve Customer Issues, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Standards Development, Supply Chain Optimization, System Integration (SI), Systems Maintenance, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Variance Analysis
About the job
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Cost Accountant to join our finance team at the City of Industry, CA facility.
Reporting to the Plant Controller, the ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing and managing the costs associated with our food manufacturing processes, ensuring accurate cost reporting, and supporting financial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
As a key member of our team, you will play an important role in driving our mission forward. The following responsibilities outline the core expectations and contributions for this position:
- Develop and maintain standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead.
- Analyze production costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify and explain cost discrepancies.
- Identify and resolve cost-related issues by analyzing data and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate with the production and supply chain teams to optimize cost efficiency.
- Perform monthly closing activities, including preparation of manufacturing variances and supporting analysis.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
- Lead inventory cycle count and audits, reconcile inventory discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies.
- Provide cost analysis and support for new product development
- Prepare and present cost reports to management
- Analyzes daily production variances, update system accordingly.
- Prepares daily or weekly reports of variances, provide business insights to plant management.
- Investigate / resolve Accounts Payable related issues.
- Responsible for all inventory transactions at the plant and 3PL.Verify daily production postings to ensure proper inventory is reported.
- Analyzes all inventory variances, identify root causes and drive improvements.
Physical Demands
- This role may require standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 lbs.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moderate noise and temperature variations.
- Work schedules could include nights, weekends and/or holidays to provide the ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment as business needs dictate.
Engagement in our Integrated Work Systems
Ensure adherence to plant standards and procedures (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO, HOPE, Danone Behaviors, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). As a fundamental piece of the organization, your responsibility is to participate and own the implementation and deployment of IWS system and its pillars (Leadership foundation, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE; Autonomous Maintenance; planned Maintenance; Focused Improvement; Education and Training; Environmental, Health and Safety; Quality; Organization; Supply Network; Early Equipment Management) with the objective of owning your space, owning your performance (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Mobilization, Nature) and owning your continuous improvement.
Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this position is: $67K - $96K. The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone USA additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.