Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant – Manufacturing / Transportation Equipment Jobot Job is hosted by Andrew Kraig Salary: $55,000 - $110,000 per year A Bit About Us Founded nearly 110 years ago and based in Southern California, with additional locations across the United States, we are a long-standing leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of commercial transportation equipment. We operate in a highly stable, asset-driven environment with a strong emphasis on internal collaboration, long-term relationships, and practical decision‑making. Our culture values experience, follow‑through, and leadership through mentorship rather than hierarchy. Why join us? Competitive Compensation Stable, Established Company with Long‑Term Growth Hands‑On Accounting Exposure Manufacturing, inventory, and tax compliance Great Health, Dental, Vision benefits, and more! Key Responsibilities and Duties Support cost accounting activities related to manufacturing and inventory Assist with tracking, reconciling, and analyzing inventory and COGS Prepare and support tax payments, filings, and compliance reporting (sales & use tax, property tax, etc.) Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Perform general ledger reconciliations and journal entries Monitor cost variances and assist with basic cost analysis Support internal controls, documentation, and compliance requirements Collaborate with operations and accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting You should have most of the following Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or cost accounting environments Experience or strong exposure to tax payments, filings, and compliance oversight Background or interest in inventory accounting and cost structures Ability to perform reconciliations, accruals, and basic financial analysis Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow established processes Comfortable working on‑site in a collaborative accounting team Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot