Senior Cost Accountant

Senior Cost AccountantThe Senior Cost Accountant will serve as the subject matter expert for inventory and cost accounting, partnering with operations, engineering, supply chain, and finance to ensure accurate product costing and financial reporting. This role will oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing cost analysis, and cost-related month-end close activities while supporting operational decision-making through meaningful financial analysis. The Senior Cost Accountant will also help strengthen internal controls, improve accounting processes, and support audit and IPO readiness initiatives. This hybrid position will be based at ZincFive headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon, with 2–3 days per week in the office and the remaining time remote. This role reports to the VP & Global Corporate Controller.Senior Cost Accountant Job Duties:Own the standard costing process, including the development, maintenance, and periodic review of product standard costsDevelop a new chart of accounts to track direct material costs, direct labor costs, indirect labor costs, and overhead costs for battery production and cabinet assemblyAnalyze manufacturing costs, inventory activity, and cost variances to identify trends, explain financial results, and recommend corrective actionsPerform month-end and quarter-end close activities related to inventory and cost accounting, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysisPartner with operations, engineering, and supply chain to improve product costing, evaluate cost drivers, and support strategic business decisionsDevelop cost estimates and profitability analyses for new products, engineering changes, and other business initiativesManage inventory accounting activities, including physical inventories, cycle counts, inventory reconciliations, and inventory reserve analyses ensuring accurate reportingMaintain accurate cost accounting records and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policiesEstablish and maintain effective internal controls over inventory and cost accounting processes in support of SOX and IPO readiness initiativesSupport internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to audit requests, and assisting with control testingIdentify opportunities to improve costing methodologies, reporting, and accounting processes through automation and continuous improvement initiativesWork closely with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain standard cost estimates for products and support pricing strategies.Fosters strong interdepartmental collaboration to enhance responsive customer service, timely issue resolution, streamline processes, and support shared business goalsOther duties/projects as assignedJob Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years of progressive accounting experience including significant manufacturing cost accounting responsibilities,Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, standard costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing financeExperience supporting SOX compliance, external audits, and public company or IPO readiness initiativesExperience implementing process improvements and internal controls within a manufacturing environmentHigh attention to detail and strong analytical abilityExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departmentsAbility to work under deadlines during month-end and quarter-end close cyclesAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExperience analyzing manufacturing variances, inventory valuation, and product costingAdvanced proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and ExcelStrong analytical, problem-solving, and business partnering skillsPreferred Qualifications:Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferredBig Four public accounting experience preferredKey Competencies:Analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills, both verbal and writtenSound judgment and decision-making abilityBusiness partnership and collaborationCustomer service orientedOrganizational and time management skillsContinuous improvement mindsetPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Work involves sitting, standing, and lifting up to 10 poundsRepetitive typing and computer work for extended periods of timeHigh volume of phone calls for extended periods of timeOn site and remote home office environmentMust be able to maintain a level state of alertness while performing this jobSalary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.ZincFive is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. ZincFive is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.