Senior Cost Accountant

Founded in 1994, QLogic Corporation (Nasdaq QLGC) is a leading provider of data, server, and storage networking infrastructure solutions. QLogic is always at the forefront of networking technology innovation with a multi-faceted product portfolio of Fibre Channel, Ethernet, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) and iSCSI networking solutions. Using a protocol-agnostic approach, QLogic provides end-to-end, integrated solutions that address the broad networking spectrum. The company’s leadership in t

We have an immediate need for a Senior Cost Accountant located at our Aliso Viejo, CA corporate headquarters.

* Responsible for monthly close process for your assigned areas. * Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and inventory related journal entries. * Preparation and coordination of management reports. * Ad hoc reporting as requested by management. * Qualitative and quantitative analysis of financial accounting data, including areas that require significant judgment. * Various special projects, as needed. * Provide leadership and review work performed by other team members * Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies. Update standard costs in the bill of materials. * Validate the cost of goods sold as part of the month-end close, perform margin analysis * Work with the materials review board to reserve for E&O inventory. •Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts, investigate cycle counting variances and resolve issues. * Understand intercompany transaction flows by inventory location in various jurisdictions * Liaise with internal and external auditors ensuring prompt response to audit requests. Ensure that all internal control procedures are performed and documented. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley for all relevant activities.

* Cost accounting experience * Strong understanding of Inventory GAAP accounting Plus * CPA * High technology experience * Experience in Plant or Contracting Manufacturing (outsourced environment) * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or financial field, or the equivalent in training and experience, and a minimum of 5 years related experience in accounting. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of Oracle or other large ERP system.