Junior Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

SPICE WORLD

Junior Cost Accountant

For more than 77 years, Spice World has been passionate about bringing everyone to a world full of flavor, year-round. 

As a Jr. Cost Accountant, you will work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Production and Finance to help ensure accurate product costing, inventory valuation, reporting and operational analysis that support informed business decisions and continuous improvement. Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials and finished goods.

• Assist with month end close activities.
• Support periodic cost reviews and standard cost updates.
• Partner with plant operations to understand processes and identify / quantify cost saving opportunities.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for plant corporate leadership.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and operating plan activities.
• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
• Protect organization's value by keeping confidential information.
• Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
• 1-3 years of accounting experience. Cost accounting experience, preferably.

Abilities and Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and organize efficiently.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, experience in inventory management.
• Knowledge of GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software (Net Suite).

Benefits:

• Insurance coverage (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401(k) with employer match (100% of first 3% and 50% of 4-5%)
• Paid holidays (10 days) and generous paid time-off.
• Paid Long-term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance such as: Additional Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, among others.

Spice World, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.