Sr. Cost Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Emerald Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Accountant to serve as a key financial business partner within our organization. This role is responsible for overseeing product costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing variance analysis. The ideal candidate will provide actionable insights into cost drivers, helping guide operational strategies and improve profitability across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual standard cost roll process.
• Establish, maintain, and update production Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings.
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances (PPV, POV).
• Conduct root cause analyses to identify significant deviations from standard costs.
• Manage excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory reserves.
• Lead physical inventory counts and cycle count programs across multiple facilities.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.
• Evaluate financial impacts of process changes, operational adjustments, or new product introductions.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: 3–5+ years of cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUPs).
  • Experience with large-scale ERP systems.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.

Benefits of the Job:

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits 
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• 401K and company matching with no vesting period
• PTO for rest and relaxation 
• Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
• Employee Assistance Program
• A safe and inclusive work environment with team and management support 
• Employee training and development
• Community service and philanthropic initiatives 
• Employee appreciation and events 
• Career advancement opportunities 
• Employee Referral program 
• Employee discounts

Emerald Technologies is an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, focusing on high-reliability electronic assemblies. With design and manufacturing facilities in California, Michigan, New Hampshire, Oregon as well as in China and Malaysia. Emerald Technologies specializes in high mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing for high-reliability markets in the Aerospace/Defense, Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Industrial Controls, Power & Infrastructure, Semiconductor and Telecommunications sectors. However, our rapid turnaround times, responsive customer service, and collaborative problem-solving approach distinguishes us from the competition.

At Emerald Technologies, we are committed to fully understanding and meeting the needs of our customers through quality excellence, advanced engineering, and a solid commitment to customer relationships.

Emerald Technologies, is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees