Sr. Cost Accountant

Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, California, Paramount
Jun 03, 2025
Country United States of America State / County California City Paramount Division Wyman Gordon Company Carlton Function Finance Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 17520 Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Job Description Conducts studies that provide detailed information regarding the costs of business activity, such as raw material purchases, inventory, labor, etc. Analyzes changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods, rate schedules, or services provided to determine effects on costs. Compares factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS: Timely and accurate reporting Variance and financial analysis Accurate standard cost Inventory Management Working Capital Cash Flow ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements. Support month-end closing activities, as well as internal / external audits Complete timely general ledger reconciliations and records Support the budget process and development of departmental budgets to control costs and find savings opportunities Assist in the preparation activities of the Accounting Department for the accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports including, but not limited to, weekly metrics, internal and external monthly financial statements, and annual audits and annual budgets Prepare capital authorization requests and monitor spending of capital expenditures. Set up new customers and vendors and perform inventory adjustments. Maintain systems and controls, which verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data, and enhance the Company's value Identify and analyze unfavorable & favorable purchase price and material variances; prepare corrective action as required. Verify standard cost. Forecast annual and life of program variance impact. Forecast future monthly and quarterly margins (Material/OP/EBIT). Support CI Pipeline group by providing cost/ benefit analysis. Cross train on all functions within accounting to assist/support other staff, including A/R, A/P, and payroll. Experience working with SOX internal controls including documentation and testing and working with process owners to ensure compliance. Be an active employee in finding continuous improvements, cost reductions or eliminating non-value added tasks to streamline processes Perform special projects as assigned Maintain regular and punctual attendance according to work schedule. Misc ad hoc reports and projects as assigned BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in finance or accounting Minimum of 2-3 years related cost accounting experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations Strong working knowledge of general ledger, budgeting, bridges, forecasting, standard cost accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Extensive experience with Variance Analysis (PPV, MUV, etc.) including root cause analysis. Extensive experience with Inventory Management including cycle counts, full physical Inventory counts, E&O Reserve analysis, and Standard Cost rolls. Extensive experience with Price/Volume/Mix analysis Well-developed verbal and written communication, collaboration, organization and time management skills. Ability to effectively analyze problems and identify solutions. Strong attention to detail Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and advanced Excel skills Working knowledge of Oracle preferred PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Working knowledge of Aerospace industry is preferred MBA or CPA/CMA a plus For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $64100 to $96100 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 160 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.