Cost/GL Accountant

Company: Ascentec Engineering, LLC
Location: Tualatin
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: 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. Requirements: 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.

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