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Cost Accountant

$27 - $32 per hour

Meet Life Sciences

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This finance and accounting position focuses on developing and managing cost accounting policies, especially around inventory, gross margin, and standard costs. The role involves strategic collaboration across departments such as Product Development, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs, and Commercialization. Key Responsibilities Establish accurate standard costs for products in coordination with cross-functional teams. Provide cost data to support pricing decisions for new and existing products. Document and oversee end-to-end inventory processes. Ensure inventory valuation and gross margin accuracy under US GAAP. Monitor inventory balances and report on adjustments and COGS. Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to inventory. Maintain internal controls and support audit processes. Track and report on low-margin and slow-moving inventory. Qualifications Strong background in cost accounting and inventory analysis. CPIM certification preferred. Deep understanding of GAAP principles. Skilled in account reconciliation. Experience with NetSuite is a plus. Advanced proficiency in Excel, including formulas and data analysis. For more information, please reach out to Martin Wenzel: View email address on click.appcast.io Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Science Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meet Life Sciences by 2x Get notified about new Cost Accountant jobs in Menlo Park, CA . Palo Alto, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 weeks ago San Jose, CA $88,320.00-$110,000.00 1 month ago San Jose, CA $60,000.00-$90,000.00 3 days ago San Jose, CA $88,320.00-$110,000.00 4 days ago Milpitas, CA $85,000.00-$120,000.00 1 week ago Mountain View, CA $165,000.00-$230,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco Bay Area $27.00-$32.00 3 weeks ago Menlo Park, CA $140,000.00-$199,000.00 2 weeks ago San Francisco Bay Area $90,000.00-$110,000.00 3 weeks ago San Mateo, CA $110,000.00-$135,000.00 6 days ago Mountain View, CA $88,600.00-$110,800.00 1 month ago San Mateo County, CA $75,212.80-$109,948.80 3 months ago Santa Clara, CA $74,537.00-$104,352.00 5 days ago San Jose, CA $4,453.00-$8,343.00 3 weeks ago Palo Alto, CA $90,000.00-$115,000.00 18 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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