Senior Cost Accountant

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If so, Come Grow with Us at Weaver Popcorn. We are seeking talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!

As a Senior Cost Accountant at Weaver Popcorn, you can expect the following:

GREAT PAY & SCHEDULE!

We believe in rewarding hard work and dedication. As the Senior Cost Accountant at Weaver Popcorn, you'll enjoy excellent pay that recognizes your contributions. You can expect the following schedule:

• Schedule : Monday - Friday 8:00am 5:00pm - However some overtime is expected due to the nature of this role.

• This role is fully on-site and requires working in the office full time.

INCREDIBLE BENEFITS!

We value the well-being of our employees. Along with a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in caring for our team, both inside and outside of work.

• Benefits start on the 1st day of the month following 30 days of employment with Weaver and they include Health, Vision, and Dental, Insurance as well as Life insurance and Disability Insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off in your first year.
• Generous education reimbursement of up to $15,000 per year
• 401(k) plan matches 100% of your 401(k) deferrals up to 10%

Job Summary

The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for managing cost accounting activities for a manufacturing operation, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis. This role partners with operations leadership to improve financial performance, support strategic decision-making, and ensure accurate reporting of manufacturing costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze standard costs for raw materials, labor, and overhead
• Monitor manufacturing variances and provide detailed analysis of production performance
• Prepare and review inventory reconciliations, cycle count adjustments, and physical inventory results
• Analyze cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory reserves, scrap, and manufacturing efficiencies
• Partner with operations and plant leadership to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Support month-end and year-end close activities including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Manage the fixed asset ledger, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliation to the general ledger
• Oversee Construction in Progress (CIP) tracking ensure costs are properly accumulated, projects are placed in service on time, and capitalization policies are applied consistently
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and annual standard cost roll processes
• Develop and maintain cost accounting reports, KPIs, and financial dashboards
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP standards
• Support external audits and provide requested financial documentation and analysis
• Assist with ERP system enhancements, costing updates, and process optimization initiatives
• Collaborate cross-functionally with purchasing, supply chain, and production

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis
• Knowledge of GAAP and manufacturing financial processes
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with NetSuite a plus

Compensation details: 90000-115000 Yearly Salary

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