Cost Accounting Manager

Summary
The Cost Accounting Manager oversees inventory and cost accounting functions within a manufacturing environment, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory valuation, and financial reporting. This role partners closely with operations and finance to support decision-making, maintain strong controls, and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and cost accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Lead monthly close activities including reconciliations and variance analysis
• Analyze cost drivers, production variances, and provide actionable insights
• Ensure accurate COGS reporting and inventory valuation
• Maintain internal controls and support audit requirements
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations and FP&A
• Identify and implement process improvements and reporting enhancements
• Lead and develop accounting staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5-7+ years of cost or inventory accounting experience
• Strong understanding of manufacturing costing and inventory processes
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities