Cost/GL Accountant at Ascentec Engineering LLC – Tualatin, Oregon

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a Cost/GL Accountant to play a vital role in our finance department, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting various accounting functions. This is a hybrid role, with approximately 50% of the responsibilities focused on cost accounting and the remaining 50% dedicated to general ledger reconciliation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of inventory costing in a manufacturing environment and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about accounting and wants to contribute to the success of a dynamic manufacturing and engineering company.

This position is on-site (not remote/not hybrid) at our Tualatin headquarters and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Job Duties:

General ledger and month end:

• Prepare monthly journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, reclasses, and standard allocations
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis (Bank, FA, AP, AR)
• Support preparation of monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Maintain and improve documentation of accounting processes and internal controls

Cost accounting and inventory:

• Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead in the ERP system
• Analyze manufacturing variances and inventory adjustments; partner with operations and supply chain to understand root causes
• Reconcile inventory subledger to the general ledger and prepare supporting schedules for inventory valuation
• Monitor slow moving and obsolete inventory and assist in calculating reserves and participate in annual physical inventory count procedures.

Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in accounting or finance plus CMA required
• Experience in a manufacturing or inventory intensive environment strongly preferred
• 3+ years relevant experience in general ledger accounting, cost accounting, or combination.
• Strong understanding of accounting theory, knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting
• Experience with GL, JE preparation, monthly and annual close processes
• Proficiency in Epicor and Microsoft Office software including Word, Outlook, and Excel (including vlookup, pivot tables, etc.) highly preferred
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with both finance and operational teams

Personal Qualifications:

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated
• Reliable and Dependable
• Positive Attitude
• Deadline and solutions oriented with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
• Team Player who can roll up their sleeves and get involved in everything from big projects to regular, mundane, simple tasks

Compensation/Benefits:

• $80,000 to $100,000 annual salary DOE
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off / paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.