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Posted August 13, 2026

Senior Cost Accountant

Addison Group
Alameda, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job: Senior Cost Accountant

Location: Alameda, CA

Onsite: 5x onsite per week

Hourly Pay: $45-$50 / hour, depending on experience

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our East Bay based client is looking for a Senior Cost Accountant to assist with a project for the next 3-4 months. This is a contract role with the possibility to extend, depending on the needs of the team. This role will require the candidate to work onsite in Alameda, CA 5 times per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with month/quarter/year-end accounting close processes.
  • Handle reconciliations, journal entry preparation, flux analysis, and financial statement support.
  • Participate in audit preparation and support activities.
  • Support cost specific accounting responsibilities including:
    • Inventory variance analysis, E&O reserves, scrap analysis, and COGS reporting.
    • Cross-functional work with the supply chain team & others to meet tight deadlines.
    • Physical inventory counts, as needed.

Requirements:

  • Degree with accounting or finance specialization or 5+ years of direct cost accounting experience required.
  • Experience with cost accounting in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  • Experience working in a larger ERP system (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and strong Excel.
  • Must be able to work independently.
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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