Cost/GL Accountant
Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Cost/GL Accountant to play a vital role in our finance department, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting various accounting functions. This is a hybrid role, with approximately 50% of the responsibilities focused on cost accounting and the remaining 50% dedicated to general ledger reconciliation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of inventory costing in a manufacturing environment and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about accounting and wants to contribute to the success of a dynamic manufacturing and engineering company.


This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship. 

Requirements

Job Duties: 


General ledger and month end:

  • Prepare monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and standard allocations 
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis (Bank, FA, AP, AR) 
  • Support preparation of monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting 
  • Maintain and improve documentation of accounting processes and internal controls 

Cost accounting and inventory:

  • Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead in the ERP system 
  • Analyze manufacturing variances and inventory adjustments; partner with operations and supply chain to understand root causes 
  • Reconcile inventory subledger to the general ledger and prepare supporting schedules for inventory valuation 
  • Monitor slow moving and obsolete inventory and assist in calculating reserves and participate in annual physical inventory count procedures.  

Experience/Skills:

  • Bachelor's or higher degree in accounting or finance plus CMA required 
  • Experience in a manufacturing or inventory intensive environment strongly preferred 
  • 3+ years relevant experience in general ledger accounting, cost accounting, or combination. 
  • Strong understanding of accounting theory, knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting 
  • Experience with GL, JE preparation, monthly and annual close processes 
  • Proficiency in Epicor and Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, and Excel (including vlookup, pivot tables, etc.) highly preferred
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work with both finance and operational teams 

Personal Qualifications:

  • Self-Starter / Self-Motivated 
  • Reliable and Dependable 
  • Positive Attitude 
  • Deadline and solutions oriented with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities 
  • Team Player who can roll up their sleeves and get involved in everything from big projects to regular, mundane, simple tasks 

Compensation/Benefits: 

  • $80,000 to $100,000 annual salary DOE 
  • Medical / Dental / Vision 
  • 401k with company match up to 4% 
  • Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program 
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid time off / paid holidays 
  • Employee Assistance Programs 

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment. 


ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 


Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 

Salary Description
$80,000 to $100,000 per year DOE