Associate Cost Accountant

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation.  GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support.  From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA. 

WHY GILLIG

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization – a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Cost Accountant is responsible for analyzing, recording, and reporting GILLIG’s business activities in support of cost accounting systems to ensure accurate costing and recording of inventory transactions.  Additionally, they act as a liaison with all departments at GILLIG to promote positive, efficient working relationships throughout the company.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Review and report on production and aftermarket inventory transactions
• Prepare inventory journal entries and supporting schedules
• Support month-end close for inventory, cost of sales, and manufacturing activity
• Analyze BOMs to support accurate product costing
• Assist with cost variance analysis and investigate discrepancies
• Reconcile inventory accounts and resolve variances
• Support physical inventories, cycle counts, and build station audits
• Prepare reports and analyses for financial reporting and inventory valuation
• Support invoicing by validating cost and billing data
• Represent the company during Buy America audits
• Partner with Finance, Production, and Supply Chain on cost and process improvements
• Perform other duties, analyses, and projects assigned by the manager

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
• 0-2 years of experience
• Proficiency in PC applications Excel, knowledge of ERP
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP) knowledge
• Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting/standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk and occasionally kneel or squat
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Up to 5% local travel
• Standard start time: 6:30am (negotiable)
• Must be able to navigate manufacturing environment, comfortable around heavy machinery, tools, etc.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment, (i.e. safety glasses, bump caps, hearing protection, etc.)

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$70,000 - $90,000/annual salary + premium benefits  

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

GILLIG is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.