Accountant-Bilingual Mandarin

About The Company American Best Life (ABL) is a U.S.-based nutraceutical manufacturer specializing in dietary supplements and functional health products. We support our partners through end-to-end solutions including sourcing, formulation, manufacturing, packaging, and fulfillment. At ABL, we combine quality-driven manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency to deliver reliable products to our customers. As a growing production facility, we value teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement in everything we do. About The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to support our Finance and Operations teams. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and controlling manufacturing costs to ensure accurate cost reporting and support informed business decisions. This position plays a key role in cost visibility, inventory accuracy, and profitability analysis across our production operations. What You’ll Do Perform cost accounting for raw materials, labor, and manufacturing overhead Maintain standard cost, actual cost, and BOM cost structures Complete monthly cost close, including COGS, WIP, and finished goods valuation Analyze standard vs. actual cost variances and identify root causes Prepare cost, margin, and profitability analysis reports Support inventory cycle counts and physical inventory audits Reconcile inventory discrepancies and assist with inventory adjustments and reserves Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, or expired inventory Maintain and update cost-related data in the ERP system (items, BOMs, routings, allocations) Partner with Procurement, Production, and Warehouse teams on cost and efficiency analysis Support pricing analysis and management reporting Assist with internal and external audits related to cost and inventory Why You’ll Love Working at ABL At American Best Life, you’ll join a fast-growing, hands-on manufacturing team where your contributions directly impact operational efficiency and profitability. We foster a collaborative environment that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement. We believe in: Clear processes and accountability Cross-functional collaboration and respect Supporting employees as we scale and grow Compensation & Schedule Status: Full-Time Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:30am–5:30pm Location: On-site at our manufacturing facility (Irvine) Pay Range: $21 – $23 per hour Requirements The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 2+ years of cost accounting or manufacturing accounting experience Experience working in a manufacturing or inventory-driven environment Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and variance analysis Experience working with ERP systems Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Benefits Retirement Plan — Plan for your future Paid Time Off — Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Supportive Team Environment — A collaborative, people-first culture Growth Opportunities — Learn new skills and grow with a scaling company Positive Work Culture — Professional, respectful, and down-to-earth Ready to Apply? If you’re a detail-oriented accounting professional looking to grow your career in a nutraceutical manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the American Best Life team! Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule On-the-job training Professional development assistance Retirement plan Experience: Cost accounting: 2 years (Required) Language: Mandarin (Required) Ability to Commute: Irvine, CA 92618 (Required) Work Location: In person