Plant Accounting Manager - Consumer Manufacturing (East Los Angeles)
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Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 per year A bit about us: We’re a growing consumer manufacturing company, focused on delivering consistent, scalable products while continuing to innovate and improve how we operate. What really sets us apart is the way we partner across teams—finance works closely with operations, giving you real visibility into what’s happening on the plant floor and the ability to make a direct impact. It’s a collaborative, hands-on environment where your work doesn’t just sit in a report—you’ll help drive decisions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support overall growth. We’re continuing to invest in our people, processes, and technology, and this role is a great opportunity to step into a high-impact position with strong exposure and room to grow. Why join us? Growth Opportunity: Step into a leadership role with clear runway for advancement as the organization continues to expand
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with operations—your work will drive real business decisions, not just reporting
Hands-On Environment: Stay close to the business with visibility into plant operations and production
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
Stability + Momentum: Established company with strong operational foundation and continued investment in growth Job Details We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Cost Accounting Manager to join our Consumer Manufacturing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who thrives in a bustling and vibrant work environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of cost accounting, including standard cost roll, multi-level bills of materials, direct and indirect labor, overhead rates and absorption, and product cost development. This role will also require a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, labor models, and overhead structures. Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the manufacturing cost accounting process, including standard cost roll, multi-level bills of materials, direct and indirect labor, overhead rates and absorption, and product cost development.
- Utilizing strong analytical skills to handle budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Providing strategic financial input and leadership on decision-making issues affecting the organization.
- Managing a small team of accounting professionals, ensuring they are effectively trained and developed.
- Working closely with the manufacturing team to understand and manage production cost.
- Implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
- 6 + years of progressive manufacturing cost accounting experience.
- Previous experience in consumer manufacturing is required.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, labor models, and overhead structures.
- Proven experience and knowledge in Purchase Price Variance, Material Usage Variance, and labor/overhead variances.
- Strong analytical skills, with a focus on budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and standard costing.
- Proficient in SAP or similar ERP systems.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and other accounting principles.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
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