Cost Accountant
Title: Cost Accountant
Industry: Biotech and Pharmaceuticals
Location: Long Beach – Hybrid
Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Cost Accountant in the Biotech and Pharmaceuticals industry in Long Beach. As a Cost Accountant at this innovative company, you would have the opportunity to take on new responsibilities by overseeing all accounting processes related to inventory and month-end close, collaborating cross functionally to drive process improvement and accuracy of reports. With a focus on creating a global, best-in-class multi-brand portfolio, this role offers the chance to be part of a company that is redefining the future of skincare and making a global impact.
Description:
**Responsibilities**
- Work collaboratively across departments to analyze inventory levels and their impact on financial performance, driving process improvement and report accuracy.
- Troubleshoot Oracle system issues related to inventory, costing, and month-end close in coordination with IT.
- Assist in determining inventory reserves for excess and obsolete products.
- Coordinate month-end close with departments affecting inventory and cost of goods sold (COGs).
- Become an expert in all areas impacting inventory on financial reports.
- Analyze inventory levels and COGs margins for fluctuations.
- Manage all inventory levels and COGs related audit requests.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, challenge current processes, and drive change and efficiency.
- Evaluate US GAAP Accounting principles when making business decisions.
- Perform other accounting duties and ad-hoc projects as required.
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics from an accredited university.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience with physical inventory, demonstrating knowledge of accounting principles and best practices; industry or CPG experience preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting quickly to change.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with the ability to manipulate data effectively and derive insights.
- Experience writing macros and familiarity with Oracle Fusion is a plus.
- Positive attitude that fosters teamwork and strong relationships.