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Senior Cost Accountant

Just Ingredients, Inc.
Orem, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025
Job Title: Senior Cost Accountant

Location: On-site Orem Utah

Exempt: $75,000 - $90,000

Company Overview

At Just Ingredients – a health and wellness e-commerce company – we believe that nourishing your body with real ingredients is essential for living a healthy and fulfilling life.
That’s why our products are made using carefully selected, whole-food ingredients. And our people are just as real as our ingredients – authentic, collaborative, and dedicated to fostering a workplace that inspires individuals and teams to reach their full potential.

Position Overview:

The Senior Cost Accountant will play a critical role in managing and optimizing the warehouse operations of our e-commerce business. This position will be responsible for cost management, inventory accounting, and cost analysis with financial reporting, cost allocation, and compliance, providing the Controller and CFO key financial accounting insights. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, sales, and supply chain, to monitor financial performance and drive profitability and accounting methodologies for actionable insights. This position has the opportunity to apply expertise in a fast-paced, growing company while building foundational processes and procedures within the department and the company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Warehouse cost management with experience in cost accounting, including inventory valuation, allocation of overhead costs, and standard costing methodologies
  • Manage all aspects of day-to-day accounting, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjusting entries
  • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including preparation of consolidated financial statements
  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, opportunities for improvement, and cost-saving measures
  • Complete inventory accounting processes and reconciliations and post to the general ledger, ensuring proper inventory valuation, accurate cost of goods sold (COGS), and margins
  • Manage and monitor cost accounting procedures related to warehousing, logistics, and distribution, ensuring accurate cost allocation across departments
  • Coordinate with external auditors and prepare materials for annual audits, including cost accounting documentation and inventory reconciliation
  • Support budgeting and forecasting efforts by providing financial insights, cost trend analysis, and variance reporting to assist in strategic decision-making
  • Optimize internal accounting processes, systems, and cost accounting methodologies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and data-driven decision-making
  • Develop and implement cost models to support pricing decisions, profitability analysis, and margin improvements
  • Conduct cost-benefit analysis for new business initiatives and product lines to ensure financial viability and alignment with corporate goals
  • Assist with cost reduction initiatives, evaluating supply chain efficiencies, and identifying areas for improvement in inventory management and logistics

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5-7 years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on cost accounting and financial reporting in an e-commerce or retail environment
  • Strong understanding of e-commerce financial systems, platforms, workflows, and cost structures
  • Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Microsoft Excel (advanced level), with a solid understanding of cost accounting software and reporting tools
  • Experience with financial reporting, tax compliance, audit processes, and internal controls
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, cost accounting methodologies, financial analysis, and cost allocation techniques
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make strategic recommendations
  • Creative self-starter who thrives in a team-oriented environment, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Preferred Skills:
    • Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning for e-commerce businesses
    • Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, Paycom, and/or other relevant accounting and processing platforms
    • Adaptability in a fast-changing and evolving environment, especially in high-growth e-commerce businesses
    • Ability to execute with strategy while completing detailed complexities and cost analysis
    • Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, particularly around cost optimization and margin improvement
Benefits:

  • Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Employee discounts on products
  • Paid time off
  • Health and Wellness Stipend

Just Ingredients is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences who share our passion for health and wellness.

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