What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cost Accountant position at MacLean Power Systems?
Senior Cost Accountant
Maclean Power Systems is seeking a talented Senior Cost Accountant. In this role, the Cost Accountant serves as a cross-functional liaison for internal reporting, KPI development, and profitability projections. This role will be primarily responsible for maintaining accurate product costing through variance analyses, managing discretionary spend to budget, and overseeing inventory control.
This role is based in our facility located in Stockton, CA.
What You’ll Do
Develop accurate cost standards
Perform cost audits and variance analyses
Identify margin improvement opportunities
Provide timely updates on key performance indicators
Assist the operations team with ad-hoc analyses
Complete month-end close responsibilities as necessary
Ensure accurate inventory quantities and valuation
Maintain effective cost structure - proper classifications, timely recognition, & controlled spending
Partner with IT in developing reporting capabilities
Foster a spirit of continuous improvement
Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned Experience and Education
What You’ll Need to Excel in This Role
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a relevant discipline
At least 4 years of cost accounting experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment Competencies/ Skills
Oracle JD Edwards or similar ERP familiarity
MS Excel proficiency – charting/graphing, pivot tables, v-lookups, and logic formulas
Critical reasoning, solution-based thinking, and research skills
Ability to complete complex tasks with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Total Rewards Offering:
MPS offers a dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and professional growth. A comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision.
Salary range for this position is $75k to $95k DOE, with a bonus potential