Cost Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Cost Accounting Manager to lead cost accounting activities for a high-tech engineering organization in Redmond, Washington. This role will oversee inventory valuation, cost reporting, and margin analysis while helping leadership make informed financial and operational decisions. The position works closely with operations, supply chain, and finance partners to strengthen cost visibility, support planning, and improve overall financial performance.Responsibilities:• Lead company-wide cost accounting practices, including standard costing methods and consistent application across business units.• Oversee inventory valuation, reserve analysis, and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and policy compliance.• Analyze manufacturing variances across materials, labor, overhead, and purchasing to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.• Direct cost-related activities during monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, ensuring timely and reliable reporting.• Prepare and review margin and cost performance reports for finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.• Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle count activities with operational teams to support inventory accuracy.• Strengthen internal controls related to inventory, cost of goods sold, and manufacturing expenses while supporting audit requirements.• Partner with operations, supply chain, and financial planning teams on budgeting, forecasting, pricing, sourcing, and margin improvement initiatives.• Develop financial models and cost analyses to support product decisions, capital planning, and broader strategic initiatives.The salary range for this position is $125,000 to $155,000.Benefits:M/D/VSTD/LTDLife insurance401k with 5% company match3 weeks PTO9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays