Cost Accounting Manager - (Auburndale, FL)

Overview Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Results-driven Cost Accountant with experience in CPG manufacturing, specializing in analyzing production costs, optimizing inventory valuation, and supporting data-driven decision-making. Skilled in standard costing, variance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and supply chain teams to improve efficiency and profitability. Adept at managing cost controls, budgeting, and financial reporting in fast-paced environments, with a strong focus on identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing overall financial performance. Candidates must reside in the Auburndale, FL area to be considered for this role. Key Skills Required Strong analytical mindset, decision-making and problem-solving skills Ability to influence – communicate clearly and concisely to gain alignment and drive action across varying audiences Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills Time management and project management skills a must! Attention to details and dedication to getting things right Maintain high level of organization, time management and project management skills, commitment to follow through, enthusiasm, and motivation Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions Supports the inventory management and close process Ensures inventory counts are logged, approved and posted appropriately Reconciles inventory variances and manages write offs and reserves Runs inventory valuation reports to ensure the GL ties to the inventory ledger and reconciles variances Manages and posts cost allocations Standard Costing Development and Management Collaborates with the Operations team to lead the Standard Costing Process Gathers Standard Costing data to manage the systematic flow of standards and ensures costs and variances are flowing to correct accounts Completes the annual Standard Cost Roll in a timely manner and ensures appropriate standards are applied to each item Supports the Operations team with new items and ensure costing is set up appropriately Monitors BOM changes and validates costs Collaborates with the Operations Finance Manager with shared responsibilities to support the Company’s cost and operations finance initiatives Supports with monthly close variance analysis (labor, overhead, material) Ensures that recurring errors or issues are addressed and corrected Supports the broader accounting team Audit support and compliance Cost of goods sold accounting support Education/Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum of 5 years of experience in cost accounting roles or related Experience with standard costing Experience with ERP systems and accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and financial modeling Preferred: Master’s in accounting or finance CPA License or equivalent certifications Knowledge within the CPG industry Characteristics Needed to be Successful We are looking for someone with a passion for service. You don’t have to be the loudest voice in the room, but you do have to love coming to work every day and you must have an authentic pride in your work. You must be a resourceful self-starter. If you wait to be told to do something before you do it, this isn’t the place for you. We need someone who is adaptable. The pace of change in our business is rapid. We create plans, but we’re always ready to shift as needed to accomplish our goals. You must be able to establish and retain trust across the organization. It’s a small company – there will be several critical relationships that can mean the difference between success and failure. About us good2grow is a children's beverage company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission is to use fun to help kids consume healthier products. And our commitment to this mission has made us a high-growth innovative beverage company, with a large, diverse, and ever-growing set of retail partners. We create better-for-you drinks that give both parents and kids a smile by combining great taste with tons of fun. We partner with some of the biggest names in entertainment including Disney, Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, Hasbro and so many more to top our products with 100s of all of their favorite characters. Our line of products includes snacks, juices, flavored waters, and milks, so there’s something to make everybody smile. good2grow® offers a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Short and Long Term Disability (along with salary continuation), a robust Parental Leave Policy, Life Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, plus a generous Paid Time Off package. Through our community involvement and employee engagement initiatives, you will see that we value our employees’ experience and the community around us. At good2grow®, you will be consistently challenged, and your opportunities will only be limited by your ambition! Our Culture Not only are our products fun, so is our organization! We are visionaries with a growth mindset, built on trust, integrity, and collaboration. Our culture is unmatched, described by our employees as transparent, flexible, inclusive, and team oriented. Other words we’ve heard used to describe us are empowering, nurturing, relaxed, and high performing. Our goal is for every employee to feel empowered, valued, and part of the good2grow family. Our organization is dedicated to leveraging technology to make our work more efficient and to keep our remote workforce connected. We place value on not only maintaining work-life balance, but also enhancing it by encouraging a culture that understands the importance of each individual’s unique circumstances. We are an industrious organization with a penchant for fun! #J-18808-Ljbffr good2grow LLC