Lightera · 1 week ago
Senior Accountant
Avon, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks and data centers. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for reviewing manufacturing costs, assisting with financial analysis, and managing inventory accounting and cost reporting.
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Responsibilities
Developing and maintaining a comprehensive cost accounting system to ensure accurate product costs and financial reporting
Comparing standard costs to actual costs for materials, labor, and overhead to identify and explain variances, and suggesting corrective actions
Monitoring inventory accuracy, reconciling physical inventory and cycle counts, and validating the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). Reconciling Inventory to General Ledger. Responsible for reviewing and calculating inventory reserves
Producing daily, monthly, and ad hoc reports on production costs, gross margins, variances, and profitability by customer, part number, and production job
Working with engineering and operations personnel to review and adjust Bills of Materials (BOMs) and implement cost-effective production changes
Assisting with the timely and accurate completion of the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries related to cost of goods sold and inventory
Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, or manufacturing methods to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve efficiency
Assisting in the preparation of departmental and company budgets and cost forecasts
Fixed Asset physicals and various audits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 5 years' experience
Background in a Manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of JDE and/or SAP systems
Benefits
Competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including health, dental, vision and well-being.
Company-sponsored 401(k) plan with a generous match and no vesting period.
Tuition assistance, on-the-job training and opportunities for growth and advancement. We promote from within.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program and paid holidays.
Company
Lightera
Lightera was created through the integration of Furukawa Electric Group’s optical fiber business units, including the Fiber Cable Division in Japan, OFS LLC, and Furukawa Electric LATAM S.A.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase