Job Title: Cost Accountant Job Description Join a pioneering food technology company specializing in sustainable cultured meat as a Cost Accountant. As the subject matter expert, you will establish and develop the company's cost accounting function, providing insights and guidance on cost-related matters. Responsibilities + Develop and maintain cost accounting systems by designing frameworks to accurately track and analyze production, operations, and service costs. + Conduct cost analysis and reporting by examining supply chain expenses, analyzing production costs, and comparing standard costs to actual expenditures. + Generate regular reports for management on production costs, gross margins, and profitability analyses. + Assess the cost of doing business, establish budgets, manage expense ledgers, and recommend strategies for cost reduction and efficiency improvements. + Review and document inventory and material purchases and reconcile physical inventories with accounting records through cycle counts and audits. + Document and monitor internal controls to ensure compliance and financial security, assisting with regulatory filings, audits, and tax submissions. + Collaborate with managers from various departments to gather data, discuss cost impacts, and recommend policy changes to improve financial performance. + Forecast future purchasing costs based on fiscal needs and assist with long-term cost planning. Essential Skills + 5+ years of cost accounting experience in the Food & Beverage or Biotech industry. + Experience from an FDA or USDA regulated environment. + Proficiency in FIFO Cost Accounting. + Microsoft Business Central experience. + Advanced Excel skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with cost analysis, inventory management, and reporting. + Knowledge of consumer products and packaged goods. Work Environment Work in a dynamic and innovative setting focused on sustainability and advanced food technology. Engage with cross-functional teams, including engineering and manufacturing, to drive financial performance improvements. Use state-of-the-art tools and technologies to support your accounting functions. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position is fully remote with a company based in Berkeley, CA Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.