Job Title: Sr. Cost Accountant

Direct-Hire Placement

Onsite in Carlsbad, CA Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Salary Range: $100K-$130K base with excellent benefits

Job Description

Well-establish manufacturing company in Carlsbad is seeking to add a Sr. Cost Accountant to the team! In this role, you will play a crucial role in managing and analyzing manufacturing cost data, inventory valuations, cost variances, and gross margin performance. This position requires close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Finance teams to ensure accurate costing, identify drivers of variance, and enhance cost visibility throughout the business.

Reporting directly to the CFO.

Responsibilities

Analyze product and manufacturing costs, including BOM accuracy, labor, overhead, and material cost updates.Review and reconcile inventory accounts, such as WIP, raw materials, and finished goods.Perform variance analysis and identify root causes with cross-functional teams.Review quotes versus actual costs and ensure proper documentation for standard cost updates.Prepare monthly cost and margin reporting, including customer P&L cost views and site-level performance reporting.Support monthly close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and cost roll-ups.Review AR/AP conciliation related to cost items and support resolution of open items.Partner with engineering and operations on BOM accuracy and ECO impacts.Provide cost forecasting support and review planned variances.Support annual budgeting, audits, and ad hoc cost analysis projects.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum of 5-7+ years of experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.Experience supporting large manufacturing organizations with annual revenues of $300M-$500M+Proficient in ERP systems (Epicor or similar preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

CPA or CMA certification preferred.Experience with multi-company or international cost structures.Prior experience analyzing BOMs, ECOs, MRB inventory, scrap, and PPV.Familiarity with microelectronics, precision manufacturing, or high-mix, low-volume environments.Experience supporting audits and providing cost documentation.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, involving close interaction with production, engineering, and procurement teams. The company fosters a culture of innovation and teamwork, and provides opportunities to engage in cutting-edge technological advancements across various industries, including aerospace, telecommunications, and medical devices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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