Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery · 8 hours ago
Assistant Controller
Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee product cost processes and provide financial analysis. This role involves managing inventory cost reporting, supporting various departments, and ensuring accurate financial documentation and compliance with accounting principles.
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Responsibilities
Manage all product cost processes, including calculating, reviewing, and analyzing raw material costs, labor rates and hours, overhead costs and allocations, production rates, and manufacturing process changes within Jimmy’s standard cost system
Analyze actual manufacturing and purchasing activities and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs
Produce various monthly analytical reports and create journal entries to record activities and variances
Maintain inventory cost analysis reports and analyze variances
Prepare and oversee preparation of all BOMs (Bills-of-Materials) for existing and developmental products within Jimmy’s ERP system, NetSuite
Support various departments and/or individuals in accomplishing tasks associated with Cost of Goods, Pricing, Inventory, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Procurement, Production, and Packaging, among others
Coordinate timing cutoffs at month end and review monthly inventory transactions
Design and understand cost flow to determine proper job order costing
Produce for the executive team detailed reports to use in making business decisions and controlling expenditures
Assist in the improvement of internal controls related to inventory
Participate in all cost forecasting activities including budgets, latest estimates (LE’s), and strategic/long range plans, requiring understanding of bills of materials, standard costs, and market conditions
Facilitate timely resolution of cost related issues in collaboration with the Executive Team, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and Production, and third parties including financial institutions and auditors
Manage and prioritize multiple projects/tasks which may have high priorities and timelines
Develop, analyze, and issue daily, weekly, and monthly project cost and spending reports
Maintain the general ledger as it pertains to COGS, conducting general accounting processes, and acts as the system guru
Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
Support Controller, CFO, and Senior Management with projects as needed
Manage staff of 1 Jr. Cost Accountant
Qualification
Required
4-6 years of experience in Inventory Cost Accounting in a Manufacturing Environment
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience
Deep understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles standards, codes, and concepts
Expert knowledge in reconciling data
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Preferred
Advanced knowledge of Oracle NetSuite or a comparable ERP
Benefits
Competitive pay and performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance and EAP support
Generous PTO and career growth opportunities