Senior Cost Accountant

About this role

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH OVERVIEW

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Well-established, privately held food manufacturing organization with decades of operating history, serving institutional and retail clients. The company is known for consistent product quality, strong operational execution, and is currently expanding into new retail channels while maintaining a solid foundation in its core business.

ROLE:
Senior Cost Accountant

LOCATION:
Greater Los Angeles area (on-site)

REPORTS TO:
CFO

COMPENSATION:
$110,000 – $140,000 base (depending on experience) + discretionary bonus

SYSTEMS:
ERP system (manufacturing-based), advanced Excel required

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This is a newly created role and the first dedicated Cost Accountant for the organization. The position offers a unique opportunity to build and formalize the cost accounting function from the ground up, partnering closely with both finance and operations.

IDEAL PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong cost accounting background within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory
• Highly proficient in Excel
• Detail-oriented with the ability to build processes from scratch
• Experience in food or consumable goods manufacturing is highly preferred (including exposure to waste/spoilage considerations)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Fully on-site (non-negotiable)
• Stable, long tenured, and hands-on leadership team
• Collaborative and operationally focused culture

BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Life insurance
• Performance-based bonus opportunity

INTERVIEW PROCESS:

1. Initial HR screen (virtual)
2. CFO interview (virtual)
3. Operations leadership (as needed)
4. Final on-site interview

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT:

• First Cost Accountant hire — true ownership and impact
• High v...